The 1/48 HKM Avro Lancaster B Mk.1 (01F005) is a scale aircraft model kit for builders who want to represent the RAF's four-engine heavy bomber. It covers the Lancaster's development from the Manchester and its service as a major RAF Bomber Command aircraft.
Kit Details
- Material: Model kit components; the current product record does not specify the component material.
- Scale: 1/48.
- Subject: Avro Lancaster B Mk.1, item 01F005.
- Compatibility: Intended for builders of the Hong Kong Models 1/48 Avro Lancaster B Mk.1 kit; no aftermarket compatibility is specified.
- Contents: One aircraft model kit; exact parts count and decal options are not listed in the current record.
Aircraft Background
The Lancaster evolved from the twin-engine Manchester by expanding the airframe and fitting four Merlin engines. The Mk I and Mk III shared the same basic airframe, with different Merlin engine installations. The aircraft served in bombing, maritime patrol, test, and transport roles, and remained in service after World War II.
Modeling Focus
This subject suits RAF Bomber Command displays and historical aircraft collections. The 33-foot bomb bay and broad operational history make the Lancaster a useful centerpiece for a 1/48 scale aircraft project.
Related Resources
Browse the 1/48 HKM prop aircraft collection for related subjects. For manufacturer reference, see the Hong Kong Models Avro Lancaster B Mk.1 product page.