ICM 48353 - 1:48 HP.52 Hampden TB.Mk.I WWII British Torpedo Bomber

1:48 scale plastic model kit of the HP.52 Hampden TB.Mk.I – WWII British torpedo bomber

The Handley Page HP.52 Hampden was one of the RAF’s early World War II medium bombers. The TB.Mk.I variant was adapted to carry torpedoes and was mainly operated by RAF Coastal Command in anti-shipping roles. ICM 48353 in 1:48 scale allows you to recreate this distinctive twin-engine aircraft with its narrow fuselage and characteristic profile.

• Scale: 1:48
• Model length: approx. 34.1 cm
• Wingspan: approx. 40.2 cm
• Aircraft type: Bomber
• Propulsion: Propeller
• Wing configuration: Mid-wing
• Number of engines: Twin-engine
• Version: TB.Mk.I (torpedo bomber)
• Period: World War II
• Country: United Kingdom
• Manufacturer: ICM

The kit enables the construction of a detailed miniature of a British torpedo bomber that operated over the North Sea and the Atlantic. Once completed, it becomes an impressive addition to any Allied aviation collection.

Warning: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools. Assembly required.

Assembly

The kit includes injection-molded plastic parts allowing detailed reproduction of the crew cockpit, bomb bay adapted for torpedo carriage, and the distinctive landing gear. Careful assembly and painting are required to achieve an accurate historical appearance. Decals are provided for RAF markings.

About the HP.52 Hampden:

The HP.52 Hampden was designed in the late 1930s as a fast medium bomber. In the early years of the war, it participated in bombing raids over Germany, and later some aircraft were converted to torpedo bomber configuration. The TB.Mk.I served with Coastal Command units conducting attacks against enemy ships and convoys. Its slim fuselage earned it the nickname “Flying Suitcase.”

Technical data of the original aircraft:

• Length: 16.32 m
• Wingspan: 20.12 m
• Crew: 4
• Powerplant: 2 × Bristol Pegasus radial engines
• Maximum speed: approx. 408 km/h

About ICM

ICM is a manufacturer of plastic model kits offering a wide range of historical aircraft, military vehicles, and figures. The company’s kits are appreciated for their detailed design and suitability for building realistic World War II miniatures.