Airfix 55301 Panavia Tornado F3 Starter Set 1/72 – plastic airplane model kit

The Airfix 55301 Panavia Tornado F3 Starter Set in 1:72 scale is an excellent choice for both beginner and slightly more advanced aircraft modelers. The model depicts the Panavia Tornado F3 air superiority fighter—the British version of the multi-role jet aircraft, which formed the backbone of the Royal Air Force (RAF) air defense in the final years of the Cold War and after 1990.

Panavia Tornado F3 was developed jointly by the United Kingdom, Italy, and Germany as part of the Panavia consortium. The F3 is an interceptor version, designed especially for long-range airspace protection. The aircraft entered service in 1986 and was widely used by the RAF until 2011, participating in operations over Iraq during the Gulf War and later in NATO missions.

The 1:72 scale Airfix model faithfully reproduces the characteristic silhouette of the two-seat fighter, its variable-geometry wings, and its comprehensive air-to-air armament. The set is intended for modelers aged 8 and above—the assembly difficulty rating is 2/5, making it a great choice as a first kit for those starting out with plastic modeling.

• Category: plastic airplane model kit
• Scale: 1:72
• Country of use: United Kingdom
• Period of service: Cold War, modern era
• Material: plastic (high-quality polystyrene)
• Additional elements: the set includes glue, 2 brushes, 6 acrylic paints—no need to buy extra accessories to get started
• Number of model parts: about 70

This set is a perfect option for hobbyists who want to start building 1:72 scale airplane models. Realistic cockpit details, wing surfaces, and armament ensure the completed model looks very impressive. We recommend this kit both to beginner modelers and collectors of British military items—a great choice as a gift and for learning painting and modeling techniques.