Special Hobby 72503 - 1:72 Defiant NF Mk.II Radar Fighter

Special Hobby 72503 – 1:72 Boulton Paul Defiant NF Mk.II Radar Fighter

This 1:72 scale kit from Special Hobby depicts the British night radar fighter Boulton Paul Defiant NF Mk.II, used by the RAF during World War II. Equipped with radar and a rotating rear gun turret, this aircraft was designed to intercept enemy bombers at night.

• Injection-moulded parts with fine surface details
• Includes radar antenna arrays and turret components
• Decals for several RAF night-fighter squadrons
• Accurate panel lines and clear canopy parts

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 14 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 the modeller to build the night-fighter variant of the Defiant, including its unique radar array and gun turret. The parts are well detailed and designed to create an accurate representation of the aircraft.

Tools and materials needed:

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

About the Boulton Paul Defiant NF Mk.II:

The Defiant was a British two-seat turret fighter designed to shoot down enemy bombers. The NF Mk.II version was modified for night fighting with the addition of an AI Mk.IV radar system. Though it lacked the performance of single-seat fighters, it proved effective in night operations. It served with RAF night squadrons until 1942 before being reassigned to secondary roles.

Real aircraft data:

• Length: 10.77 m
• Wingspan: 11.99 m
• Engine: 1 × Rolls-Royce Merlin XX, 1280 hp
• Top speed: approx. 490 km/h
• Armament: 4 × 7.7 mm machine guns in rotating turret

About Special Hobby:

Special Hobby is a Czech model manufacturer known for its focus on unique, lesser-known subjects. Their kits often feature high-quality moulding and interesting configurations that appeal to experienced modellers seeking something different.