Bronco CB35195 AIRSPEED A.S.51 HORSA GLIDER MK.I – plastic model kit in 1:35 scale

The Bronco CB35195 AIRSPEED A.S.51 HORSA GLIDER MK.I model is an exceptionally precise self-assembly kit designed for demanding military modelers. The product represents the British Airspeed Horsa transport glider in the Mk.I version, which was heavily used during World War II. The 1:35 scale ensures faithfully reproduced details, making it an excellent choice for enthusiasts of historic military aviation and diorama reconstruction.

Historical Description:

The Airspeed A.S.51 Horsa is a British heavy assault glider, designed and produced by Airspeed Ltd. The glider entered service in 1942, and its tasks consisted of transporting soldiers as well as heavy equipment—cars, guns, and motorcycles—across enemy lines during the largest airborne operations of World War II. Its most famous use was the Allied landings during D-Day (Operation Overlord) and Market Garden, where the Horsa played a key role in delivering British and American airborne troops behind enemy lines.

• Scale: 1:35
• Country of origin: United Kingdom
• Years of use: 1942-1945 (World War II)
• Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Set contents: plastic parts for model assembly, clear components for glazing, detailed assembly instructions (glue and paints not included)
• Additions: finely detailed surface with panel lines and rivets, realistic cockpit interior, landing gear details, and transport equipment components
• Category: plastic model kit

Recommendations and Level of Difficulty:

The Bronco AIRSPEED A.S.51 HORSA GLIDER MK.I model is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 4/5), due to its many small parts and complex construction. It is an excellent choice for military enthusiasts, fans of recreating airborne landings, and collectors of Allied World War II equipment. The model allows for the recreation of historical scenes and the enrichment of any collection with a realistically reproduced Horsa glider.