Airfix 03174V Hawker Siddeley 121 Trident 1/144 – plastic passenger aircraft model kit

Airfix 03174V Hawker Siddeley 121 Trident is a high-quality 1/144 scale plastic model kit that recreates the legendary British passenger jet. This model has been precisely reproduced for modelers wishing to build an accurate replica of one of the most important commercial aircraft of the 20th century. The kit is intended for ages 14 and up, though thanks to clear instructions, intermediate modelers who have mastered the basics of assembly and painting may also attempt it.

Historical and Technical Information

The Hawker Siddeley 121 Trident was a British airliner, used mainly by the national carrier British European Airways (BEA), as well as by other airlines. Its maiden flight was in 1962. The aircraft was renowned for its innovative use of advanced automation, including autopilot and automatic landing systems, making it one of the most modern passenger aircraft in the postwar period (era: Cold War and early contemporary times). Tridents regularly operated on European routes, connecting British cities with key cities in continental Europe and the Middle East.

Features of the Airfix Model Kit

• Scale: 1/144
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Glue and paints are not included – these must be purchased separately
• Finely recreated panel lines and small details
• The kit includes decals allowing for an authentic replica of BEA and other airline operators
• Completed model length is approx. 27 cm, wingspan – approx. 23 cm
• Category: plastic model kit (civil aircraft)

Why Choose This Model?

Airfix 03174V Hawker Siddeley Trident will delight both civil aviation collectors and enthusiasts of British aviation history. We especially recommend this model to intermediate and advanced modelers due to the need for precise painting and decal application. The build difficulty is rated as level 3 on a scale of 1-5 – the model requires patience and accuracy, but the assembly is not overly complicated. It provides an excellent base for creating eye-catching dioramas and as an addition to a passenger aircraft collection.