{"product_id":"airfix-de-havilland-mosquito-pr-xvi-1-72-scale","title":"Airfix De Havilland Mosquito PR.XVI 1:72 Scale","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis detailed 1:72 scale model of the de Havilland Mosquito PR.XVI represents one of the most successful photo reconnaissance aircraft from World War II. Comprising 142 parts and featuring a wingspan of 229mm, this level 2 kit provides modellers aged 8 and up with a rewarding project that honours the renowned speed and efficiency of this unarmed reconnaissance aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:72 scale model with 142 plastic parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompleted model has a wingspan of 229mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two genuine paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill level 2 - ideal for modellers aged 8 and older\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepicts the enhanced PR Mk.XVI version introduced before D-Day\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUndoubtedly, the Mosquito's most notable feature was its speed. Although designed as a swift, unarmed bomber, its ability to outrun contemporary fighter planes made it highly appealing to military personnel tasked with gathering photographic intelligence on potential enemy sites.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, the second Mosquito prototype to be constructed was a photo reconnaissance model, and the first Mosquito received by the RAF was a PR variant, highlighting the critical importance of this role to the British war effort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the months leading up to the D-Day invasion, the advanced Mosquito PR Mk.XVI variant was introduced, becoming the most efficient photo reconnaissance aircraft of its era. Capable of flying higher, faster, and for extended periods, these reconnaissance Mosquitoes could explore any location and observe everything, much to the Germans' dismay.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial Luftwaffe units were formed specifically to counter Mosquito reconnaissance missions, but it wasn't until the advent of rocket and jet-powered aircraft that they had any real chance of success. Even then, Mosquito crews were adept at avoiding interception, consistently returning with crucial tactical images.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46728612970673,"sku":"AIR04065","price":32.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0535\/0886\/6225\/files\/0E8F0759-8702-40D6-9DA5-9133D3362DBE.jpg?v=1774447031","url":"https:\/\/modellersden.myshopify.com\/products\/airfix-de-havilland-mosquito-pr-xvi-1-72-scale","provider":"The Modellers Den","version":"1.0","type":"link"}