Airfix 02099V Commonwealth CA-13 Boomerang 1/72 – plastic model kit

Airfix 02099V Commonwealth CA-13 Boomerang in 1:72 scale is a precisely crafted assembly model, which is a perfect choice for military aviation enthusiasts and collectors of World War II era models. Designed by renowned British manufacturer Airfix, the model faithfully replicates the legendary Australian Commonwealth CA-13 Boomerang fighter, used by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) in the most important campaigns in the Pacific.

• Scale: 1/72 – the model fits perfectly into a standard aircraft collection from this period.
• Operator Country: Australia – aircraft used exclusively by the RAAF.
• Material: High-quality plastic – an assembly and paint-it-yourself model, glue and paints not included.
• Historical period: World War II, years 1942-1945 – the aircraft saw service during Pacific fighting, participating in combat operations against Japanese forces.

Historic background of the model: The CA-13 Boomerang, often called the "Australian panic fighter", was created in response to the growing threat from Japan in 1942. Thanks to the use of components available in Australia, the design—capable of facing enemy aircraft—was developed just 16 weeks after the project began. Despite having limited range and speed, the Boomerang was recognized for its excellent low-altitude performance and durability in harsh conditions. It was used mainly as a close support aircraft and for target marking for American Corsairs—hence the nickname "Smoky Joe".

• Contents of the kit: Highly detailed plastic parts, decals, assembly instructions.
• Extras: The kit does not include any metal parts or resin extras – pure plastic.
• Category: Plastic model kit – a typical Airfix model set.

Recommendations and assembly difficulty: This product is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modellers interested in Australian aviation and unique World War II designs. We rate the difficulty as 3/5: the model requires care during assembly and painting, but is not very demanding, making it accessible also to ambitious beginners.

Airfix 02099V Boomerang 1/72 is an excellent choice for historical dioramas, collectors' or educational presentations. It offers high build quality, faithful detail accuracy, and satisfaction during the assembly of this original Australian WWII aircraft.