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A complete overview of products from the English manufacturer of plastic models Airfix, paints and modeling tools Humbrol. Specification Language: English. Number of pages: 146. Publication dimensions: 30 x 21 x 0.9 cm.

The 2026 Airfix Catalogue serves as an indispensable guide for all your kit modelling pursuits throughout the year. This detailed paper catalogue features the entire selection of Airfix products, ideal for modellers aged 8 and older. Features Comprehensive overview of the 2026 Airfix product line Vital resource for organising your modelling endeavours A collector's item for dedicated enthusiasts Thorough coverage of all kit modelling essentials Appropriate for ages 8 and up History The Airfix Catalogue has consistently been cherished by modellers globally, functioning not just as a product directory but as a wellspring of inspiration and excitement for the upcoming year. Each yearly edition becomes a valued resource, capturing the progression of the Airfix collection and preserving a moment in the history of model making. For hobbyists, the release of the new catalogue signifies the start of the modelling year, providing an opportunity to explore, strategise, and envision future projects. Beyond its functional role, the Airfix Catalogue has achieved recognition as a collectible in its own right. Experienced modellers often maintain complete collections of catalogues, with each edition symbolising a specific period in the storied tradition of British model making. The catalogue caters to both novices and veterans, offering detailed information to assist in purchasing decisions while celebrating the craftsmanship and engineering excellence synonymous with the Airfix brand. The 2026 edition upholds this esteemed tradition, presenting modellers with a full overview of available model kits, tools, paints, and accessories. Whether you're planning an intricate diorama, searching for the ideal next project, or simply enjoying the experience of browsing through beautifully curated models, this catalogue provides everything necessary to sustain your modelling enthusiasm throughout the year.

For most RAF pilots serving between 1960 and 1988, the Hunting Aircraft (BAC) Jet Provost is extremely familiar. Forming the backbone of RAF pilot training during this period, the Jet Provost was distinctive by its broad fuselage profile, which allowed for a relatively spacious side-by-side cockpit arrangement. Specifications Item Length - Without Packaging (cm): 13.7 Item Width - Without Packaging (cm): 15.6 How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?: 45 Item Scale: 1:72 Scale Contents (what's in the box) sets:Plastic kit, instruction sheet, paint guide and decal sheet. Finish: Plastic Number of Scheme options: 2 Skill Level: 1 Flying Hours: 1 Wingspan (mm): 156

Supermarine Spitfire & F-35B Lightning II 'Then and Now' Since the early days of powered flight, the aeroplane and the intrepid individuals who flew them have captivated the imagination of the world. Of all the many aircraft types which have taken to the skies, the Supermarine Spitfire has reigned supreme over the years. However, due to latest advancements in modern technology, the Lockheed Martin F-35 Lightning marks a quantum leap in single seat combat roles. Serving as the benchmark in the Royal Air Force’s flight response capabilities as they patrol Britain's skies. Acrylic Paints x8 Brushes x2 Poly – Cement x1 Shadow Stands x2 Since the early days of powered flight, the aeroplane and the intrepid individuals who flew them have captivated the imagination of the world, the most impressive machines ever built by man flown by a talented few. Of all the many aircraft types which have taken to the skies, it is the single seat fighter which has provided the most fascination and in Britain, the Supermarine Spitfire has reigned supreme over the years. An aircraft regarded as the nation's saviour during its darkest hour and one which remained in service throughout the Second World War, the Spitfire is as famous today as it was when the first production fighter arrived at RAF Duxford back in August 1938. The Mark Vc variant of the Spitfire may have been an interim development of Britain's famous fighter, rushed out to combat the latest version of its wartime adversary, the Messerschmitt Bf 109, however, it would prove so successful that it became the most heavily produced of all the Spitfire variants. An aircraft which allowed Fighter Command to go on the offensive, the Spitfire Mk.V would be operated by Allied squadrons all over the world and helped to establish the almost mythical reputation of this famous fighting aeroplane. Bringing the history of the Royal Air Force right up to date, the latest high-tech single seat multi-role aircraft currently patrolling Britain's skies, the Lockheed Martin® F-35® Lightning is a highly advanced fifth-generation combat aircraft, one which is described as a technological quantum leap ahead of anything else currently in the skies. Although just at the start of its service career, can the F-35 hope to come close to matching the aviation reputation of the incomparable Spitfire? Acrylic Paints x8 Brushes x2 Poly Cement x1 Supermarine Spitfire MkIa: L127mm x W155mm - Pieces 36 Messerschmitt Bf109E-4: L120mm x W137mm - Pieces 49 Includes Spitfire Mk.Vc and F-35B model kits and shadow stands. Instruction Sheets Paint layout Decals Paint Glue Brush

As the first of 20 modified Avro Lancasters arrived at RAF Scampton on 8th April 1943, the specially assembled volunteer crews of specialist 'Squadron X' (later allocated the RAF squadron number 617) from within 5 Group Bomber Command must have been intrigued. The new aircraft were B.III (Specials), referred to at Avro's Woodford factory as Lancaster Type 464 Provisioning and each one had been modified with equipment to deliver the Vickers Type 464 'Upkeep' mine. Although the mines had not been delivered to Scampton at that time, talk amongst the crews inevitably turned to discussing their intended target, with most assuming they would be sent to attack the massive German battleship Tirpitz. As more Lancaster's arrived, the commander of this new squadron, Wing Commander Guy Gibson, selected Lancaster ED932/AJ-G as his own aircraft, due to the fact that the bomber's codes were the same as his father's initials, Alexander James Gibson. Gibson and the crew of ED932 were amongst the first to train with their new aircraft and their unusual bombs, releasing their mines at a test site at Reculver on the north Kent coast from 12th May 1943, just five days before crews embarked on their historic raid. After a period of intense training and on the day prior to the raid, Gibson was finally briefed on the intended targets - 'Operation Chastise' would be striking at the industrial heart of Germany, the great dams of the Ruhr Valley. At 21.39 on 16th May 1943, Gibson and Lancaster ED932 took off from RAF Scampton at the head of the first attack wave of nine Lancasters heading for the Mohne Dam, flying a route over Suffolk, then the North Sea, crossing the Dutch coast at Zeeland, before heading inland attempting to avoid known areas of Luftwaffe defences. As Gibson and his crew made their attack run on the Mohne Dam, the other Lancasters of the first wave circled the target area, watching the effectiveness of the attack run and waiting for the instruction to commence their own attack. Having released their mine, Gibson and his crew flew alongside the other aircraft during their attacks, attempting to draw enemy fire away from the attacking aircraft, giving them the best chance of effecting a breach. The fifth mine dropped was a perfect run and exploded in exactly the right place to cause the already weakened dam to fail – they had done it. In the years which followed, this incredible operation was referred to as the 'Dambusters Raid' and No.617 Squadron would become one of the RAF's most famous units. 'Operation Chastise' was heralded as a spectacular success for Bomber Command, but at a heavy cost, as eight Lancasters and 53 airmen failed to return. No.617 Squadron continues the proud legacy of the Dambusters airmen to this day, as the first operational RAF unit equipped with the Lockheed Martin® F-35® Lightning, symbolically officially reforming in April 2018, the month in which the Royal Air Force commemorated its centenary. Includes Acrylic Paints x12 Brushes x2 Poly – Cement x2 Stands x2

The ultimate 'clash of eagles', which came to represent the struggle for aerial supremacy during the Second World War, was undoubtedly contested between Britain's Supermarine Spitfire and Germany's Messerschmitt Bf 109, two of the most famous fighting aeroplanes in the history of flight. With both fighters remaining in service throughout the war, both were continually upgraded to either gain an advantage over their adversary or to overcome one. Whilst other aircraft types would eventually join the fray, the Spitfire and Messerschmitt continued to contest their deadly rivalry, which began above the beaches of Dunkirk during the summer of 1940.Specifications Item Length - Without Packaging (cm): 13.1 Item Width - Without Packaging (cm): 15.7 How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?: 26/30 Item Scale: 1:72 Scale License line: BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc. Contents (what's in the box) sets: Plastic kits, instruction sheets, paint guide, acrylic paint, poly cement, brushes and decal sheet. Finish: Plastic Number of Scheme options: 1 Skill Level: 1 Flying Hours: 2 Wingspan (mm): 157

If the thrill of driving one of the fastest, most awe-inspiring supercars is high on your wish list, then time spent behind the wheel of a McLaren 765LT could be something that might appeal to you. A car which benefits from the design input of McLaren's extensive experience in the world of motorsport, the 765LT has been created to provide the ultimate driving experience, an adrenalin rush on four wheels. Aerodynamically optimised to hug the road at great speeds, the lightweight McLaren 765LT uses a twin-turbocharged V8 engine to produce 666 bhp and propel this stunning car to speeds of over 200 mph, so if you are lucky enough to see one, you won't be seeing it for long. Unfortunately, all this motoring perfection comes at a price and if you have a desire to own one of these modern supercars, you might have to sell your house, or hope for a decent lottery win, because motoring perfection comes at a cost. Features Designed for Beginners 4 x Acrylic Paints 1 x Poly-Cement Brush Specification 1:43 Scale Parts Included: 35 Skill Level: 1 Scheme Options: 1

Lockheed Martin® F-35B® Lightning II® Designed to dominate the skies, the Lockheed Martin® F-35B® is the most advanced multi-combat aircraft in the world. Using stealth technologies to operate undetected in hostile airspace or relaying vital battlefield information to other friendly forces. The new jet is the third aircraft in RAF service to carry the Lightning name, however, it did not carry over when it entered British service. Designed for Beginners 6 x Acrylic Paints 1 x Poly-Cement 2 x Brush 1 x Shadow Stand As one of the most advanced aircraft in the world, the Lockheed Martin® F-35B® Lightning® is a fifth generation multi-role combat aircraft designed to dominate the skies, using stealth technologies to operate undetected in hostile airspace, striking at the heart of the enemy, or relaying vital battlefield information to other friendly forces.  The United Kingdom has elected to take the short take-off and vertical landing (STOVL) 'B' variant of the F-35, allowing their aircraft to operate from traditional airfields, from the decks of Britain’s two new Queen Elizabeth class aircraft carriers and should the need arise, from dispersed locations, in much the same way as the famous Harrier previously did.  In British service, the F-35 will not carry the Lightning II denotation, as the new jet is actually the third aircraft in RAF service to carry the name, after the Lockheed P-38 from the Second World War and the famous English Electric Lightning which served throughout the Cold War era. Contains Plastic model kit Instruction sheet Paint layout sheet Decals.

One of the greatest fighting aeroplanes in the history of aviation, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was always at the forefront of world fighter design and, just like its adversary the Spitfire, was in constant development throughout the Second World War.Major variants of the fighter usually coincided with developments in the Daimler Benz engine which powered the Messerschmitt. Of the five major variants, the F or 'Friedrich' is usually considered the most refined version of the Bf 109.Introduced during the spring of 1941, the Bf 109F was superior to RAF Spitfires in service at that time and was flown by many successful Luftwaffe aces.Specifications Item Length - Without Packaging (cm): 12.6 Item Width - Without Packaging (cm): 13.8 How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?: 30 Item Scale: 1:72 Scale Contents (what's in the box) sets: Plastic kits, instruction sheets, paint guide, acrylic paint, poly cement, brush and decal sheet. Finish: Plastic Number of Scheme options: 1 Skill Level: 1 Flying Hours: 1 Wingspan (mm): 138

In the serious business of saving lives at sea, the brave volunteer crews of Britain's RNLI service need access to the most capable craft to safely effect rescues in some of the most challenging conditions. In the Shannon Class Lifeboat, they have a cutting-edge vessel which is as capable as it is versatile, able to be launched and recovered from a beach using a mobile slipway and powered by waterjets, which provide it with both speed and incredible controllability. Designed to operate in all weathers, this amazing vessel supports RNLI crews in continuing their proud lifesaving tradition which spans almost 200 years. Contents Plastic kits, instruction sheets, paint guide, acrylic paint, poly cement, brush and decal sheet. Specification 1:72 Scale Parts Included: 54 Skill Level: 1 Scheme Options: 1

Forming the backbone of the modern Royal Air Force, the Typhoon has been continually upgraded throughout its service life and is a far more capable aircraft today than the one which first arrived at RAF Coningsby back in 2006. Now a familiar sight in Britain's skies, the Eurofighter Typhoon is the RAF's current airspace defender and, whilst it entered service back in 2006 as a dedicated air superiority fighter, this fourth-generation combat aircraft has proven itself to be much more than this.Now described as the world's most advanced swing-role combat aircraft, the Typhoon has developed into a true multi-role platform and arguably one of the most effective combat aircraft in service today, equally adept at undertaking reconnaissance and precision strike missions as it is challenging the latest Russian aircraft incursion into British airspace.Specifications Item Length - Without Packaging (cm): 22 Item Width - Without Packaging (cm): 15.3 How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?: 43 Item Scale: 1:72 Scale License line: BAE SYSTEMS is a registered trade mark of BAE Systems plc. Contents (what's in the box) sets: Plastic kits, instruction sheets, paint guide, acrylic paint, poly cement, brush and decal sheet. Finish: Plastic Number of Scheme options: 1 Skill Level: 1 Flying Hours: 1 Wingspan (mm): 153

The 2023 Airfix Catalogue contains everything you need to know for all your kit modelling needs in 2023. As always, the Airfix Catalogue is also a collector's piece in it's own right for seasoned modellers and collectors!

The 2024 Airfix Catalogue contains everything you need to know for all your kit modelling needs in 2024. As always, the Airfix Catalogue is also a collector's piece in it's own right for seasoned modellers and collectors!

The 2025 Airfix Catalogue contains everything you need to know for all your kit modelling needs in 2025! As always, the Airfix Catalogue is also a collector's piece in it's own right for seasoned modellers and collectors!

Commonly known as the Desert Rats, these 8th Army figures are wearing clothing as worn in the North African campaigns when fighting both the Italian forces and later the Rommels Afrika Korps. This set contains 49 unpainted figures. Specification Item Scale: 1:76 Parts Included: 49 Skill Level: 1 Scheme Options: 

Rommels, crack troops, the Afrika Korps, fought Montgomerys 8th Army, the Desert Rats, across the North African desert culminating in the major Battle of El Alamein. This superb set contains various fighting poses as well as a senior staff officer. Total in pack is 48 unpainted figures. Specification Item Scale: 1:76 Parts Included: 48 Skill Level: 1 Scheme Options: 

Perfect for D-Day modelling this set contains various officers and men wearing uniforms and combat wear suited to the D-day period of 1944 and beyond. Carrying the weapons of the period they work perfectly with many other Airfix products. This set contains 48 unpainted figures in various suits, uniforms and carrying assorted weapons. Specification Item Scale: 1:76 Parts Included:48 Skill Level: 1 Scheme Options: 1

The P-40 served the United States Army Air Force throughout the Second World War, fighting in Europe, across Asia and in the deserts of North Africa. While not as maneuverable as the Japanese Mitsubishi Zero, or as fast as the German Messerschmitt Bf109, the P-40B still proved to be a tough opponent. Pilots liked the fact it could often get them home after sustaining heavy damage, as well as being able to inflict it with its armament of six machine guns. If you're after an aircraft that's reliable in both service and looks, then now's the perfect time to bring home the P-40B for your Airfix model range! With an eye-catching livery, sprues and decals as well as measuring 134.5mm in length, this is the perfect addition to any Military or aircraft collection! Includes Sprues Decals