Eduard 11139 IL Magnifico Hanriot HD.I in Italian Service Limited Edition 1/48

Eduard 11139 IL Magnifico Hanriot HD.I in Italian Service Limited Edition 1/48 is an exceptional, limited-edition plastic scale model kit, depicting the Hanriot HD.I fighter in Italian service in 1/48 scale. It is an offering from the renowned manufacturer Eduard, known for its high-quality models and precisely crafted details.

The Hanriot HD.I was a French single-seat fighter from the period of World War I, designed by Emile Dupont at the Hanriot factory in France in 1916. Interestingly, the French army was not particularly interested in this aircraft; however, it was highly valued by Italy and Belgium. Versions produced under license for Italy mainly served with the Regia Aeronautica on the Italian front, where Hanriot HD.I aircraft demonstrated excellent maneuverability and reliability.

The model allows you to build the aircraft in one of six marking options for Italian pilots – a real treat for aviation history and modeling enthusiasts. The kit faithfully reproduces unique details of the fuselage structure, wings, and engine cowling, and includes precise decals for authentic markings.

• Scale: 1/48 – ideal for modelers who appreciate realism and medium-sized models.
• Country of use: Italy.
• Period of use: World War I (1917-1918), as well as the postwar era in the Italian air force.
• Material: High-quality plastic (polystyrene), set enhanced with photo-etched parts and premium decals.
• Kit includes: Large decal sheet with 6 markings, photo-etched parts, masks, detailed assembly instructions, cockpit parts with finely rendered instrument panels.
• Category: Plastic model kit

This model is recommended for advanced modelers and enthusiasts of World War I aviation history, especially those who enjoy the challenge of reproducing details of aircraft from the era. It is perfect as part of a diorama or as a standalone highlight in a collection.

Build difficulty level: 4/5. The model requires skill in working with small parts and decals, so it is intended primarily for intermediate and advanced modelers.