A must for any plastic model enthusiast, this is a beautifully detailed Limited Edition Kit and has already sold out at many outlets. Markings and options for the MR.1, MR.2/2P and R.1 versions are included.
Kit specification
Model Scale 1:72
Number of Parts 249
Dimensions (mm) L487 x W537
Skill level (on a scale of 1 to 4) 3
Painting required? Yes
Aircraft background
Nimrod is the world's only jet maritime reconnaissance aircraft and submarine hunter. The Nimrod was designed by Hawker Sidderley for the Royal Air Force. The prototype first flew in May 1967 and after three years of extensive testing, the Nimrod entered the RAF service in 1970. Over the past three decades the Nimrod has flown in of conflicts around the world, including the Falklands and two Gulf Wars. Given four sidewinder air-to-air missiles in the first Gulf War, it could be said that Nimrod became the largest fighter in the world and it can now fly up to maximum speeds of 575mph powered by four Rolls Royce Spey engines.
