This 1/144 scale multi-media construction kit features the Hawker Hunter T.8 in service with the Royal Navy. These Hunters were modified by fitting an arrestor hook, some T.8C's also featured a "Harley Light" nose.
The main airframe conponents are cast in resin, smaller detailing parts are provided in etched brass & white metal. The canopy is vac-formed, and a spare is provided. An additional resin set of wing fuel tanks and pylons are included with this kit.
The decal sheet is silkscreen printed and provides full markings for 7 aircraft operated by the Royal Navy.
- T.8, XF357, 634, 738 Naval Air Squadron, RAF Lossimouth / HMS Fulmar, 1962.
- T.8C, XL580, 743, Air Direction Training Unit, RNAS Yeovilton, 1970.
- T.8, WT702, 709, 764 Naval Air Squadron, RAF Lossimouth / HMS Fulmar, 1962.
- T.8C, WT799, 893, Fleet Requirements Air Directing Unit, RNAS Yeovilton.
- T.8C, XF357, 870, Fleet Requirements Air Directing Unit, RNAS Yeovilton, 1977.
- T.8C, XF357, 871, Fleet Requirements Air Directing Unit, RNAS Yeovilton, 1993.
- T.8C, XL584, Flag Office Flying Training, RNAS Yeovilton, 1969.
Colour assembly and painting details are provided on the comprehensive instruction sheet.
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