{"product_id":"76286-airfix-04057a-hawker-siddeley-harrier-gr1av-8a-172","title":"Airfix 04057A Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1\/AV-8A 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAirfix 04057A Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1\/AV-8A 1\/72 – Plastic Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Introducing the \u003cstrong\u003eAirfix 04057A Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1\/AV-8A\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e – a detailed plastic model of the British vertical\/short take-off and landing (V\/STOL) aircraft that forever changed the history of military aviation. This model kit comes from the renowned manufacturer Airfix, offering a realistic representation of a machine that was groundbreaking for 20th-century aviation technology. The kit does not include glue or paints, allowing you to select your own accessories perfectly tailored to your preferences.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistory and Use of the Hawker Siddeley Harrier GR.1 Aircraft\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Harrier GR.1 was developed from the prototype Hawker P.1127, a result of British experiments with vertical flight and short take-off\/landing. It entered service in 1969 with the \u003cstrong\u003eUnited Kingdom\u003c\/strong\u003e (Royal Air Force), and its variants were also used by the \u003cstrong\u003eUnited States\u003c\/strong\u003e (as the AV-8A Harrier). It was operated during the \u003cstrong\u003eCold War\u003c\/strong\u003e, mostly as a versatile deterrent in the era of NATO–Eastern Bloc confrontation. The aircraft was notable for its capability of rapid operational deployment even on unprepared runways, such as forest clearings, stretches of highways, or even school playgrounds, making it exceptionally difficult for the enemy to locate.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperator countries:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom, USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eService period:\u003c\/strong\u003e since the late 1960s – Cold War\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic aircraft model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOperational history:\u003c\/strong\u003e Western Europe, especially West Germany (RAF), widely used as a support aircraft during air shows\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eContents:\u003c\/strong\u003e frames with plastic parts, decal sheet for authentic markings, clear instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAdd-ons:\u003c\/strong\u003e does not include resin, photo-etch, or metal parts – full plastic model\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuild difficulty:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3\/5 (model recommended for intermediate modellers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWhy Choose the Airfix Harrier GR.1\/AV-8A 1\/72 Model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This model offers exceptional educational and collector’s value – providing a great basis for learning about V\/STOL aircraft technology. Its detailed build captures the unique shape of the \"Jump Jet,\" with precision in both the cockpit and external elements. The model is primarily intended for intermediate modellers, though beginners under the guidance of an experienced modeller will also find it an excellent opportunity to improve manual skills and learn about the history of military aviation.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    We highly recommend this model to all enthusiasts of Cold War history, military aviation, and unique engineering achievements. It is a valuable addition to any 1\/72 scale model collection.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54755677012302,"sku":"AIRF-04057A","price":25.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/7bdc971af46b39e6b1ead1bebecde053.png?v=1756187124","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/76286-airfix-04057a-hawker-siddeley-harrier-gr1av-8a-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}