{"product_id":"69031-airfix-04064-gloster-meteor-f8-172","title":"Airfix 04064 Gloster Meteor F.8 1\/72","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAirfix 04064 Gloster Meteor F.8 1\/72 – plastic scale model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eAirfix 04064 Gloster Meteor F.8 in 1\/72 scale is an incredibly detailed plastic model of the legendary British jet fighter, perfect for both experienced modelers and aviation history enthusiasts. This kit belongs to the category of plastic model kits, offering an accurate miniature of the real aircraft, which was a milestone in the history of the world’s air forces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72 – ideal for display and for dioramas depicting the Cold War era or just after World War II\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountries of service:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom, as well as the air forces of Australia, Canada, Israel, Belgium, and the Netherlands\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1949–1955, peak Cold War development and the early post-war period\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-quality polystyrene plastic; kit does not include paints or glue\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdditions:\u003c\/strong\u003e detailed decals with various marking options, clear canopy, and optional underwing equipment\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical description:\u003c\/strong\u003e The Gloster Meteor F.8 was the most advanced version of Britain’s first operational jet fighter, entering service in 1949. Designed for the Royal Air Force, it became the main RAF fighter aircraft until the mid-1950s. Among other engagements, it took part in combat during the Korean War, earning recognition for its maneuverability and reliability. The F.8 version introduced numerous improvements such as an extended fuselage, new cockpit, upgraded ejection seat, and more powerful armament, significantly enhancing its combat capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWho is this model recommended for?\u003c\/strong\u003e The Airfix 04064 Gloster Meteor F.8 model is especially recommended for experienced modelers who appreciate precise details and realistic finishes. It also makes an interesting project for intermediate enthusiasts of 20th-century military aviation. We rate the assembly difficulty at 3 on a scale of 1 to 5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eChoose the Airfix Gloster Meteor F.8 1\/72 kit to enrich your collection with a unique representative of the pioneering years of jet aviation!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54737146413390,"sku":"AIRF-04064","price":25.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/26d7538273adb2174eee22cdf160bc04.png?v=1755789127","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/69031-airfix-04064-gloster-meteor-f8-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}