Special Hobby 72308 HA-1112 M-1L Buchon Ejercito del Aire (1/72)

Special Hobby 72308 HA-1112 M-1L Buchon Ejercito del Aire is a high-quality 1/72 scale plastic model kit, designed for both advanced and intermediate aircraft modelers. The model represents the famous Spanish fighter aircraft HA-1112 M-1L "Buchón," which was produced under license in Spain as a modernized version of the German Messerschmitt Bf 109.

The HA-1112 M-1L Buchón was developed in the 1950s as an evolution of earlier fighter versions used by the Spanish Air Force – Ejercito del Aire. These aircraft were equipped with Rolls-Royce Merlin engines, distinguishing them from the original German versions powered by Daimler-Benz engines. The HA-1112 M-1L primarily took part in training and patrol missions within Spain during the Cold War period, but gained the most popularity as "extras" in film production – they were widely used during the shooting of the classic movie "Battle of Britain," where they played the role of German Messerschmitt Bf 109s.

This plastic model is comprised of precisely manufactured parts, ensuring an accurate representation of the aircraft's details – from the characteristic fuselage shape and armament to the unique propulsion system. The kit does not include glue or paints, allowing the modeler to individually choose finishing materials. The model does not come with accessories such as metal barrels, resin parts, or photo-etched details, instead focusing on high-quality basic components that enable a detailed finish and painting in authentic Spanish Air Force colors.

This is a plastic model kit, ideal for expanding a collection of Cold War era aircraft. Recommended for both enthusiasts of Spanish aviation, fans of classic aircraft, as well as collectors of movie replicas of aircraft used on film sets.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of use: Spain
• Service period: 1950s–1970s, Cold War
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Contents: Plastic parts for self-assembly, assembly instructions
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Difficulty level: 3/5

Special Hobby 72308 HA-1112 M-1L Buchon Ejercito del Aire (1/72) is a unique model recommended for modelers passionate about aviation history, seeking realistic representations of aircraft from conflicts outside the main 20th-century fronts.