Special Hobby 72228 B-18A Bolo At War (1/72)

The Special Hobby 72228 B-18A Bolo At War model in 1/72 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit designed for hobbyists passionate about the history of military aviation from the World War II era. The set includes precision-molded components made of high-quality plastic, ensuring excellent reproduction of details found on the authentic Douglas B-18A Bolo bomber.

The B-18A Bolo was an American twin-engine bomber produced by the Douglas Aircraft Company. Developed from the civilian DC-2, it entered service with the United States Army Air Corps between 1936 and 1942, becoming one of the main bombers of the pre-war period and the early phase of World War II. The B-18A, a modernized version of the basic B-18, was upgraded with a new cockpit canopy and increased firepower. In campaigns against submarines in the Caribbean, Florida, and Hawaii, this aircraft distinguished itself by supporting the fight against Japanese and German naval forces after the attack on Pearl Harbor.

The countries using this bomber model were mainly the United States, but B-18As also served in Canadian and Brazilian units. The combat use of the B-18A occurred mainly in the late 1930s and at the beginning of World War II (1936–1943). After 1942, the aircraft were gradually replaced by more modern bombers, but continued to serve in patrol and training aviation until the end of the war.

• Scale: 1/72 – excellent reproduction of details and proportions
• Material: plastic – high-quality, easy-to-work parts
• The set does not include paints or glue
• Decals and assembly instructions included
• Category: plastic model kit
• Accurate interior and surface details, including crew cabin interior and landing gear

The Special Hobby 72228 B-18A Bolo At War model is recommended for both advanced and intermediate modelers interested in World War II aviation and American bombers. We rate the difficulty of the build as 3/5 – it requires precision and a basic knowledge of modeling techniques.

This is a fantastic addition to any collection and a great opportunity to delve into the history of bombers used at the onset of the largest armed conflict of the 20th century. Carefully crafted details guarantee satisfaction from both building and displaying the finished model!