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About this product
Product Identifiers
BrandAirfix
MPNA50059
GTIN5014429500596
UPC5014429500596
ModelHMS Illustrious
eBay Product ID (ePID)10011029239
Product Key Features
Age Level8 Years & Up
Scale1:350
TypeModel Kit
Additional Product Features
Featured RefinementsModel Kit
Ratings and reviews
Most relevant reviews
- 27 Jan, 2021
An uncooperative kit
I had wanted one of these models for years but until I retired I knew I would not have the time to complete it. The model is very detailed and will look stunning when finished. I have to say however, that the fitting of the parts is not the best, and the assembly of the hull seems particularly tricky. It may be the age of the model, but I had to tape up the hanger deck to the side of the hull, apply glue and then tape and clamp the whole thing together. The hull wanted to spring away from the decks, and even now, the glue having been dry for some days, I am still struggling to stop the two hull halves from splaying. I was surprised because I have been making Airfix and other brands of model kits for well over 50 years and until this one I would have put Airfix up at the top of the list. Maybe it's just my age! Spend a bit more money and purchase a set of 1/350 scale Harrier Jump jets, and a set of 1/350 scale crew members. The crew members can be placed inside the bridge of the ship and on the decks during construction-paint them first, of course. The model comes with only two Harrier jets, and by having more on the deck makes a big difference to the completed model. Would I buy another one? YES! but I might not follow the instructions when it comes to getting the hull together.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 19 Dec, 2017
Experience modellers kit.
Good size kit for the money but in my opinion after market add-ons bring the ship to life. Also this would need a experience modeller to fit the additional aftermarket parts. The rest of the kit is well illustrated plans ,also with additional historical supplement gets you into the mood to build. The paints you get in the kit I would bin! (Due to age and quality) I would suggest buying Tamiya paints they cover the model without streaks and offer a real scale colour and you will not regret it afterwards.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 12 May, 2021
HMS ILLUSTRIOUS kit
Very nice model kit with extra brass etch detailing sets should build into a very nice modelVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
