Hobby Boss 87239 German Navy (Bundesmarine) Westland Lynx MK.88 (1/72)

Discover the Westland Lynx MK.88 helicopter model in 1/72 scale, created by the renowned company Hobby Boss under catalogue number 87239. This plastic model kit faithfully reproduces one of the most recognizable naval helicopters of the modern world’s navies – the German Bundesmarine.

Key features of the set:

• Scale: 1/72
• User country: Germany (Bundesmarine)
• Material: high-quality plastic, photo-etched parts for enhanced detailing
• Category: plastic model kit
• Glue and paints not included – it is recommended to use dedicated modelling products

Historical description:

The Westland Lynx MK.88 is a maritime, multi-purpose helicopter developed by the British company Westland Helicopters, which entered service in the 1970s. Licensed versions were adapted and introduced by the West German Navy as the MK.88 from the 1980s, where they are still in use today on Bundesmarine frigates and corvettes. This helicopter has supported Germany mainly during the Cold War and modern operations, including roles of anti-submarine and anti-surface warfare, transport, as well as search and rescue (SAR) missions.

Model details:

• Realistically rendered helicopter fuselage and outer panel details
• Precise main and tail rotors
• The set includes optional armament and onboard equipment as per the German Lynx MK.88 version
• High-quality decals with authentic Bundesmarine markings
• Photo-etched parts highlighting cockpit details and interior equipment

Who is it for?

We recommend Hobby Boss 87239 both for intermediate modellers and collectors of helicopters, as well as enthusiasts of naval military technology. It is an ideal choice to expand your collection of NATO aircraft from the Cold War and modern eras.

Assembly difficulty: 3/5 – Model recommended for modellers with basic experience working with plastic kits.

By choosing the Hobby Boss 87239, you opt for a high level of accuracy, a wealth of detail, and a kit that will let you build an authentic replica of a helicopter crucial to the modern Bundesmarine.