Hobby Boss 87252 Hawker Sea Hawk Mk.100/101 – Scale 1:72

Hobby Boss 87252 Hawker Sea Hawk Mk.100/101 is a precisely crafted plastic model kit in 1:72 scale, faithfully reproducing one of the most distinctive carrier-based aircraft of the British and German navies from the Cold War era. This is an excellent choice for aviation enthusiasts, modelers seeking historic jet aircraft, and collectors of small scale models.

Historical Information and Usage

The Hawker Sea Hawk was a British single-seat carrier-borne fighter designed by Hawker Aircraft. The aircraft entered service with the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm in the late 1940s and took an active part in operations such as the Suez Crisis in 1956. The Mk.100 and Mk.101 variants were export versions supplied to the Federal Republic of Germany’s navy, where they served from the 1950s to the early 1960s and formed the backbone of the Luftwaffe Marineflieger arsenal during the Cold War.

• Model scale: 1:72 – ideal for building collections in smaller sizes
• Manufacturer: Hobby Boss – renowned for quality and detail
• User countries: United Kingdom, Germany (FRG)
• Period of use: Cold War (1950s–60s)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Set contents: sprues with parts, clear canopy, decals, instructions; the kit does not include glue or paints
• Product category: plastic model kit

Advantages and Recommendations

The Hobby Boss 87252 model is characterized by very good attention to detail – both the fuselage surfaces and elements of the cockpit and landing gear. Precisely engraved panel lines and rich decals allow you to finish the miniature in either British or German markings. The kit is recommended for intermediate modelers as well as fans of naval aviation. The assembly difficulty is rated at level 2/5.

Why Choose This Model?

Thanks to its thoughtful design and clear instructions, this model is suitable for those with some modeling experience and is also a great choice for collectors of Cold War-era aircraft. An excellent proposition for anyone wishing to explore carrier aircraft or enrich their collection with a less common aircraft type.