1:48 Airfix 12012 Blackburn Buccaneer S.2 Plastic Model kit
The Blackburn Buccaneer S.2 was Britain’s answer to the Soviet naval expansion of the 1950s. Designed as a carrier-based strike aircraft, it combined exceptional low-level performance with enormous payload capacity. Powered by two Rolls-Royce Spey engines and capable of carrying up to 7,257 kg of bombs and rockets, the Buccaneer stood out as one of the greatest triumphs of British aviation.
The S.2 version featured upgraded engines, a redesigned undercarriage and larger fuel tanks, making it more reliable, powerful and well-liked by pilots. Serving from famous Royal Navy carriers such as HMS Ark Royal, HMS Hermes and HMS Eagle, the Buccaneer also proved itself in combat, including during Operation Desert Storm in 1990-1991.
This detailed 1:48 Airfix kit allows you to recreate this legendary aircraft in all its glory. At Most-Models.com you benefit from fast delivery and excellent service, so you can start building your Buccaneer without delay.
Features:
– Scale 1:48 Blackburn Buccaneer S.2
– Powered by two Rolls-Royce Spey engines
– Payload capacity of up to 7,257 kg of bombs or rockets
– Designed for operations from Royal Navy aircraft carriers
– Improved S.2 version with stronger engines and redesigned undercarriage
– Reliable, pilot-friendly and widely used operationally
– Saw combat use during Operation Desert Storm in 1990-1991
– Includes sprues and decals
Order the Airfix 1:48 Blackburn Buccaneer S.2 today at Most-Models.com and experience the challenge of building this legendary strike aircraft. Add it to your cart now and relive aviation history.
| Level (1=easy | 5=advanced) | 3 |
| Number of Parts | 288 |
| Model length in mm | 402 |
| Model width in mm | 280 |
| Model height in mm | 103 |
| Packaging box length in mm | 498 |
| Packaging box width in mm | 320 |
| Packaging box height in mm | 85 |
| Country | UK |
| Release date | 2022-08 |
| Packed weight in grams | 1090 |