Special Hobby 72313 Caproni Ca.311 Foreign Service 1/72 – plastic model kit

Special Hobby 72313 Caproni Ca.311 Foreign Service in 1/72 scale is a highly detailed plastic model kit of a World War II reconnaissance plane and light bomber. The “Foreign Service” version allows you to build an aircraft used not only by the Italian Air Force, but also by other countries that acquired the Caproni Ca.311 either through military exchange programs or as war booty.

Historical information and use

The Caproni Ca.311 is a light reconnaissance, bomber, and training aircraft developed by the Italian manufacturer Officine Meccaniche Giovanni Caproni in the late 1930s. It was used actively from 1939 to 1945 – mainly by the Regia Aeronautica (Italy) during World War II. Thanks to its ease of use and versatile design, aircraft of this type were also operated by the air forces of Yugoslavia, Croatia, Romania, and Germany (as captured aircraft), among others.

The Caproni Ca.311 took part in patrol, reconnaissance, and light bombing missions, especially in the Balkans and Italy. It was also used as a training aircraft for bomber crews.

Model specifications

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for plastic aircraft model collections.
• Material: High-quality plastic for excellent detail and easy painting.
• The box includes sprue parts to build the model, decals for several painting options, and a clear assembly manual.
• Optional extras – can use aftermarket accessories such as metal barrels or seatbelts (not included).
• Accurately reproduced panel lines, clear plastic glazed canopy.

Category

Plastic model kit – perfect for experienced modelers and advanced hobbyists who appreciate unusual interwar and wartime aircraft.

Difficulty level

Difficulty level: 3/5. Recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to fine details, glazed canopy, and precise multi-variant painting.

Recommendation

This model is a great addition to any WWII reconnaissance aircraft collection. Recommended for historical modelers, Italian aviation enthusiasts, and those interested in rare paint schemes and the use of aircraft by various countries.