Special Hobby 72487 - 1:72 Gloster Meteor TT Mk.20

Special Hobby 72487 – 1:72 Gloster Meteor TT Mk.20

This 1:72 scale plastic kit from Special Hobby represents the Gloster Meteor TT Mk.20 – a target tug conversion of Britain’s first operational jet fighter. This variant was used by the RAF, Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm, and Swedish Air Force during the 1950s–70s for gunnery training and weapons testing.

• High-quality injection-moulded parts with recessed panel lines
• Includes towing pods, tail equipment, and antenna details
• Markings for RAF, Royal Navy, and Flygvapnet (Swedish Air Force)
• Clear instructions and precise decal placement guide

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 16.6 cm
• Manufacturer: Special Hobby
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: This kit does not include glue, paints or tools. Model assembly required.

Model building process:

This kit allows modellers to build a detailed replica of the rare Meteor TT Mk.20 target tug version. It features specific equipment for towing targets and provides a unique variation of the famous British jet aircraft.

Tools and materials needed:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Paintbrushes
• Plastic cement
• Paints according to the instructions

About the Gloster Meteor TT Mk.20:

The Gloster Meteor was Britain’s first operational jet fighter. The TT Mk.20 version was a conversion designed for target towing, equipped with specialized gear for gunnery training and missile testing. These aircraft served well into the 1970s, proving useful in supporting anti-aircraft training in the UK and abroad, including in Sweden.

Real aircraft data:

• Length: 13.6 m
• Wingspan: 13.1 m
• Engines: 2 × Rolls-Royce Derwent 8 turbojets
• Top speed: approx. 930 km/h
• Crew: 2

About Special Hobby:

Special Hobby is a Czech model kit manufacturer known for producing highly detailed and historically unique aircraft kits. Their range includes lesser-known variants like the Meteor TT Mk.20, offering something distinctive for more advanced model builders.