ICM 48326 - 1:48 Marauder Mk.III WWII RAF/SAAF Bomber

Martin B-26 Marauder Mk.III – WWII RAF/SAAF Bomber 1:48 scale model kit by ICM

The ICM 48326 kit depicts the Martin B-26 Marauder Mk.III, the British and South African version of the American medium bomber delivered through the Lend-Lease program. Used extensively by RAF and SAAF squadrons in the Mediterranean and Italian campaigns, the Mk.III version corresponded to the B-26F with revised wings and improved defensive weaponry.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Manufacturer: ICM
• Skill level: intermediate / advanced
• Version: Marauder Mk.III (RAF / SAAF)
• Material: plastic

Note: Glue, paints and modeling tools are not included.

About the kit:

The model features finely detailed interior structures, including cockpit, bomb bay and gun positions. The fuselage, engines and landing gear are precisely molded to reflect the real aircraft. The kit includes clear canopy parts and decals for several RAF and SAAF aircraft operating between 1943 and 1945. With its accurate proportions and realistic surface detailing, this model provides an excellent representation of one of the most distinctive Allied bombers of the war.

Recommended tools:

• Model knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding sticks
• Brushes of various sizes
• Plastic cement
• Model paints in RAF or SAAF colours

About the Martin B-26 Marauder Mk.III:

The Martin B-26 Marauder was a fast and heavily armed medium bomber used by the USAAF, RAF and SAAF during World War II. The Mk.III variant served in North Africa, Italy and southern France, performing medium-altitude bombing and coastal missions. Known for its rugged design and efficiency, the Marauder eventually achieved one of the lowest loss rates among Allied bombers. The Mk.III combined speed, durability and heavy defensive firepower, making it a formidable presence in the skies of the Mediterranean theatre.

Original aircraft data:

• Wingspan: 21.64 m
• Length: 17.7 m
• Height: 6.1 m
• Engines: 2 × Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp (2,000 hp each)
• Max speed: approx. 450 km/h
• Range: approx. 1,800 km
• Armament: up to 9 × 12.7 mm MGs, 1,800 kg bomb load
• Crew: 7

About the manufacturer ICM:

ICM is a Ukrainian manufacturer known for producing high-quality plastic model kits in 1:35, 1:48 and 1:72 scales. The company’s aircraft models are recognized for their accuracy, fine detailing and historical fidelity, making them a popular choice among modelers worldwide.