Freedom 18019 U.S Navy UCAS X-47B Air Refueling 1/48 – Modern unmanned aircraft model kit

The Freedom 18019 plastic model kit depicts the American unmanned combat aircraft UCAS X-47B in its air refueling version, made in the popular 1/48 scale. This model is a high-quality kit, rendering the details of this innovative machine, produced by Northrop Grumman for the United States Navy, with great precision. The model is intended for experienced modelers looking for modern aviation subjects and a realistic representation of structural details.

Information about the original

The UCAS X-47B is a pioneering, stealth-type, unmanned strike aircraft designed for testing carrier operations and air-to-air refueling. The machine was developed for the US Navy as part of the Unmanned Combat Air System program, and its first flight took place in 2011. The X-47B participated in groundbreaking tests of landings and take-offs from aircraft carriers (mainly USS George H.W. Bush) as well as in-air refueling between 2011 and 2015. Period of use: contemporary times.

• Model scale: 1/48
• Country of use: United States of America
• Version: Air Refueling – with an option to install an air refueling boom
• Period of use: modern times, trials from 2011–2015
• Material: high-grade plastic for assembly and painting
• Extras: richly detailed landing gear, panel details, choice of configurations (with air refueling boom or standard version)
• Category: plastic model kit
• Kit does not include glue or paints – it is recommended to purchase them separately

Why choose this model?

The Freedom 18019 U.S Navy UCAS X-47B Air Refueling 1/48 model is an excellent choice for both modern military aviation enthusiasts and advanced modelers collecting jet aircraft models. The detailed sprues and the option to display the aircraft with an air refueling boom make this model a unique offering on the market. Thanks to pronounced engravings and well-fitting parts, the assembly process is smooth and the final effect impresses with its realism.

Who is it for?

We recommend this model to intermediate and advanced modelers (assembly difficulty: 3/5). It is the perfect project for enthusiasts of modern military technologies, collectors, and those who want to expand their collection with modern and rarely seen US Navy unmanned machines.