Italeri 1374 S.E.5a / ALBATROS D.III (1/72) – double set of legendary World War I fighter planes

Discover the unique modeling set Italeri 1374 S.E.5a / ALBATROS D.III (1/72), a perfect choice for fans of historical aviation. This set contains two plastic model kits in the popular and highly regarded collector’s scale of 1/72.

The Models and Their History

• Royal Aircraft Factory S.E.5a
  The S.E.5a is a British fighter aircraft from the World War I period, designed in 1916 and widely used by the Royal Flying Corps and Royal Air Force from 1917 onward. The aircraft gained fame for its excellent performance, stability, and ease of handling. It was a cornerstone of Allied air superiority—used by the most distinguished pilots of the time, including Albert Ball and Billy Bishop. It saw extensive action on the Western Front, where it took on the most formidable Luftstreitkräfte opponents.
• Albatros D.III
  The Albatros D.III is a German fighter built by Albatros Flugzeugwerke. Introduced in 1916, it was extensively used between 1917–1918 by both the Luftstreitkräfte and Austrian forces. Regarded as one of the most effective combat aircraft of its era, it fought in the aerial battle over Arras as well as on the Eastern Front.

Product Features

• Scale: 1/72
• Category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic
• The set does not include: glue, paints or modeling tools
• Manufacturer: Italeri
• Special features: authentic decals for both models, detailed reproduction of fuselages and wings true to the historical originals

Who is this set for?

Italeri 1374 is the ideal choice for aviation history enthusiasts, collectors, and modelers seeking to develop their skills in recreating machines from the World War I era. The set is recommended both to intermediate modelers (difficulty level 2/5), and ambitious beginners looking to practice working with small details in 1/72 scale. Every modeler will appreciate the high level of precision and wealth of details that distinguish Italeri products.

Summary

The Italeri 1374 S.E.5a / ALBATROS D.III (1/72) set is an excellent tool for learning to build historical aircraft models and a perfect gift idea for all fans of modeling and military technology history. Add these unique models to your collection and travel back to the times of the great aerial rivalry over the trenches of the Great War!