Airfix A65021 Masking Set - Bristol Beaufort 1:72 Scale, for ages 14+

Specifically designed for the 1:72 scale kit, these pre-cut adhesive masks ensure precise paint lines on canopies and transparent sections, removing the difficulty of freehand painting or intricate airbrush methods Key FeaturesPre-cut adhesive masks designed exclusively for the Bristol Beaufort 1:72 scale kitUtilises CAD from the kit design to create perfectly shaped masksEnsures precise, professional paint lines on canopies and clear partsRemoves the need for freehand painting or complex airbrush techniquesSaves time and enhances accuracy during paintingSuitable for modellers aged 8 years and olderHistoryThe Bristol Beaufort was a British twin-engine torpedo bomber crafted by the Bristol Aeroplane Company, entering service with RAF Coastal Command in 1940 Evolved from the earlier Blenheim, the Beaufort had a deeper fuselage to carry torpedoes and accommodated a crew of four It was primarily used for torpedo bombing and reconnaissance, operating across the Atlantic, Mediterranean, and Pacific theatres during World War II Beauforts were vital in maritime patrols and anti-shipping missions, with crews undertaking challenging low-level attacks on heavily defended convoys