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product_id: 82737975
title: "Airfix Model Set - A08013A Avro Lancaster B.III Model Building Kit - Plastic Model Plane Kits for Adults & Children 8+, Set Includes Sprues & Decals - 1:72 Scale Model"
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# includes decals, paint & glue not included 234 detailed parts 1:72 scale precision Airfix Model Set - A08013A Avro Lancaster B.III Model Building Kit - Plastic Model Plane Kits for Adults & Children 8+, Set Includes Sprues & Decals - 1:72 Scale Model

**Brand:** airfix
**Price:** 166147CFA
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🛠️ Build History, Own the Legend!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Airfix Model Set - A08013A Avro Lancaster B.III Model Building Kit - Plastic Model Plane Kits for Adults & Children 8+, Set Includes Sprues & Decals - 1:72 Scale Model by airfix
- **How much does it cost?** 166147CFA with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- airfix enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted airfix brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Trusted Heritage Brand:** From Airfix, the UK’s oldest plastic model maker since 1952, ensuring quality and authenticity.
- • **Skill Level 3 Challenge:** Ideal for intermediate modelers seeking a rewarding and immersive hobby experience.
- • **Iconic WWII Bomber Replica:** Recreate the legendary Avro Lancaster B.III with authentic detail and scale.
- • **Customizable Display Options:** Choose day/night bomber, undercarriage position, and bomb bay doors for personalized models.
- • **Precision-Engineered Assembly:** Enjoy a seamless build with 234 parts designed for perfect fit and realism.

## Overview

The Airfix Avro Lancaster B.III model kit offers a highly detailed 1:72 scale replica of the iconic WWII heavy bomber. Featuring 234 precision parts and authentic decals, this kit challenges intermediate modelers to assemble a historically accurate aircraft with customizable display options. A must-have for enthusiasts wanting to connect with aviation history through a premium, hands-on experience.

## Description

Detailed 1:72 scale model kit of the iconic Avro Lancaster B.III bomber from WWII. Features precision-engineered parts and decals for an authentic building experience.

Review: Highly Recommended - The de Havilland Mosquito is truly an RAF legend and surely one of the best-looking twin-engine designs of its era. Arguably, it was the world’s first true multirole combat aircraft, serving successfully in several different roles during WWII. This Airfix 1/72 offering is the light bomber version, the B Mk.XVI. First released in 2021, this kit is typical of Airfix offerings over the last few years which are uniformly of a very high standard and this kit is no exception. Some real thought has gone into the design of this model and how it all goes together. For instance, the main undercarriage units are assembled using the inside of the wings as a ‘jig’, meaning the landing gear can be put together and painted before finally being glued into the respective nacelles towards the end of the build. And it’s really clever how the cockpit and bomb bay are constructed as one complete sub-assembly, fitting precisely within the fuselage halves. The fit of all the parts was exceptional and only a few dabs of plastic putty was used whilst constructing my model. Detail on this kit is excellent for a 1/72 model and transparent parts are all crystal-clear and well fitting. Decals are manufactured by Cartograf, meaning they’re pretty much as good as it gets; all went down with minimum setting-solution and practically no bubbles or silvering. The instructions are comprehensive, with no obvious errors. Additionally, the kit offers some nice options – you can choose to make a day bomber or night bomber, undercarriage up or down, and bomb bay doors open or closed. In fact, the detail in the bomb bay is outstanding, with a view of the internal fuselage fuel tanks, and four 500lb bombs on their racks. So, any gripes? Well, the pilot figure… I personally don’t like crew figures in my builds. But if it’s your thing, firstly, there’s only one figure and this Mosquito was definitely a 2-crew aircraft! And secondly, the size of the figure. At 1/72 scale, it’s just about as straight forwards as it gets; a guy who stands around 6ft would be 1 inch. The pilot provided looks like he’d be less than 5ft tall, clearly under-scale! This is odd, because it’s obvious that Airfix have been meticulous in getting the aeroplane detail spot on and getting this wrong just seems lazy. In conclusion, crew figures notwithstanding, this is a truly excellent model. You can build this straight out of the box and get a decent result. One day, all model kits will be designed and manufactured like this! Highly recommended.
Review: Aeroplane - Husband loved it he did one in balsa wood so thought I would get him this one. We both love doing these and the product is great. Instructions easy to follow and he is loving building it. Great value for money and the paints in it are also very good.

## Features

- Avro Lancaster B.III: As the third of Britain's four engined heavy bombers to enter RAF service during WWII, the Avro Lancaster proved to be an exceptional aircraft, possessing a large unobstructed bomb bay, which allowed it to carry some of the largest bombs of the war. At least thirty five Lancasters managed to complete an astonishing 100 missions or more and are referred to by historians and enthusiasts as the Lancaster Centurions, an exclusive group of extremely hard working bombers
- Plane Model Kits: With Airfix's precision-engineered plane kits, you can effortlessly create highly detailed and authentic plane models, offering a satisfying experience in assembling and painting iconic plane replicas
- Airfix Aircraft Set: Build this iconic plane model with intricate details and precise scaling, designed for beginners and advanced modellers alike. Please note that this model set does not include paint or glue which are required for assembly
- About this Model: Skill Level 3 (where 1 is for the beginner and 4 is for the more experienced modeller). This set has 235 Parts Total. This model set includes 1:72 Scale Model of the legendary Avro Lancaster B.III
- About Airfix: UK's oldest plastic model kit manufacturer since 1952, offers a diverse range of iconic aircraft models, plastic model car kits, figures, buildings, diorama kits, historical ships, vehicles, and innovative Quickbuild starter models for beginners

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B078YTYRYV |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 5,653 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 2 in Aircraft Model Building Kits |
| Colour | Multicolor |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (2,100) |
| Date First Available | 12 Jan. 2018 |
| Item model number | A08013A |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 8 years and up |
| Material Type(s) | Plastic |
| Number of pieces | 234 |
| Product Dimensions | 30.48 x 43.18 x 12.7 cm; 680.39 g |
| Radio Control Suitability | INDOOR |
| Release date | 1 Jun. 2020 |
| Remote Control Included? | No |
| Scale | 1:72 |

## Product Details

- **Age range (description):** Kid
- **Brand:** Airfix
- **Colour:** Multicolor
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 30.5 x 43.2 x 12.7 centimetres
- **Theme:** Military

## Images

![Airfix Model Set - A08013A Avro Lancaster B.III Model Building Kit - Plastic Model Plane Kits for Adults & Children 8+, Set Includes Sprues & Decals - 1:72 Scale Model - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71sfRc8aEAL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Hello are there crew members?**
A: Not with this kit

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Highly Recommended
*by A***N on 29 March 2023*

The de Havilland Mosquito is truly an RAF legend and surely one of the best-looking twin-engine designs of its era. Arguably, it was the world’s first true multirole combat aircraft, serving successfully in several different roles during WWII. This Airfix 1/72 offering is the light bomber version, the B Mk.XVI. First released in 2021, this kit is typical of Airfix offerings over the last few years which are uniformly of a very high standard and this kit is no exception. Some real thought has gone into the design of this model and how it all goes together. For instance, the main undercarriage units are assembled using the inside of the wings as a ‘jig’, meaning the landing gear can be put together and painted before finally being glued into the respective nacelles towards the end of the build. And it’s really clever how the cockpit and bomb bay are constructed as one complete sub-assembly, fitting precisely within the fuselage halves. The fit of all the parts was exceptional and only a few dabs of plastic putty was used whilst constructing my model. Detail on this kit is excellent for a 1/72 model and transparent parts are all crystal-clear and well fitting. Decals are manufactured by Cartograf, meaning they’re pretty much as good as it gets; all went down with minimum setting-solution and practically no bubbles or silvering. The instructions are comprehensive, with no obvious errors. Additionally, the kit offers some nice options – you can choose to make a day bomber or night bomber, undercarriage up or down, and bomb bay doors open or closed. In fact, the detail in the bomb bay is outstanding, with a view of the internal fuselage fuel tanks, and four 500lb bombs on their racks. So, any gripes? Well, the pilot figure… I personally don’t like crew figures in my builds. But if it’s your thing, firstly, there’s only one figure and this Mosquito was definitely a 2-crew aircraft! And secondly, the size of the figure. At 1/72 scale, it’s just about as straight forwards as it gets; a guy who stands around 6ft would be 1 inch. The pilot provided looks like he’d be less than 5ft tall, clearly under-scale! This is odd, because it’s obvious that Airfix have been meticulous in getting the aeroplane detail spot on and getting this wrong just seems lazy. In conclusion, crew figures notwithstanding, this is a truly excellent model. You can build this straight out of the box and get a decent result. One day, all model kits will be designed and manufactured like this! Highly recommended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Aeroplane
*by I***� on 8 December 2025*

Husband loved it he did one in balsa wood so thought I would get him this one. We both love doing these and the product is great. Instructions easy to follow and he is loving building it. Great value for money and the paints in it are also very good.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice model
*by P***E on 17 August 2020*

The Boulton & Paul Defiant is one of the most underrated aircraft of WW2. Although popular press would have the world believe that the Spitfire won the Battle of Britain single handed, the Hurricane was the real work-horse of that battle, and this strange little aircraft also performed reasonably well. It's built and looks like a fighter, so in the early days confused German pilots attacked from behind - a common area as it is unprotected. Of course, with this one they got a nasty surprise. Unfortunately the weight of the turret slowed this aircraft a fair amount and it better performed against the bombers. Later moved from daylight sorties to night fighter the Defiant performed fairly well. Allowing of course that this is in the days before radar and accurate detection. Night flying was a very dangerous affair. Airfix have done well representing this ugly duckling aircraft and the moulding is fairly clean and nicely detailed. Assembly is relatively easy with a little cleaning up prior to gluing. Interior detailing is minimal and the crew provided are not clearly molded, so a little creativity is needed here. However, as the model is quite small that's not really so much of a surprise. This is another under-represented model and it's nice that Airfix recognised the value of this plane and made a kit for it. Even better, that they did a pretty nice job of the kit as well. There are some small and fiddly bits in this model, so adult supervision is needed if this is bought for a young relative. Worth the money in my opinion, and a good job by Airfix.

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