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Build rare and historically significant propeller aircraft in 1/48 scale from Dora Wings, Ukraine's specialist manufacturer of golden age aviation subjects. This unique collection features legendary air racers like the Gee Bee R1 and R2 Super Sportsters, elegant civilian aircraft including the Bellanca CH400 Skyrocket and Lockheed Vega 5C, French fighters such as the Bloch MB151 and Caudron-Renault CR.714, American designs including Republic P-43 Lancer and Curtiss-Wright CW-21 interceptor, plus early P-47 Thunderbolt variants. Each kit delivers exceptional detail with crisp panel lines, comprehensive cockpits, and authentic markings for aircraft rarely available from other manufacturers.
Dora Wings has carved out a unique niche in the aircraft modeling market by focusing on rare and historically significant subjects from aviation's golden age that are often overlooked by larger manufacturers. Based in Ukraine, the company combines meticulous historical research with modern molding technology to produce kits of aircraft that deserve recognition but rarely receive it. This propeller aircraft collection represents Dora Wings' commitment to preserving aviation heritage through exceptional scale modeling, offering enthusiasts opportunities to build subjects ranging from colorful air racers to obscure military fighters. Each kit features crisp engraved panel lines that enhance surface detail, comprehensive cockpit interiors with detailed instrument panels and seats, authentic landing gear with proper strut and wheel details, detailed engines and cowlings where appropriate, and multiple marking options representing specific aircraft and operators.
The Granville Brothers Gee Bee racers represent the pinnacle of 1930s air racing design, featuring radical configurations that prioritized speed above all else. The Gee Bee R1 Super Sportster captures the distinctive barrel-shaped fuselage and tiny wings that made this aircraft both incredibly fast and notoriously difficult to fly, winning the 1932 Thompson Trophy before claiming pilot Jimmy Doolittle's respect as the most dangerous aircraft he ever flew. The Gee Bee R2 Super Sportster represents the refined version with slightly larger wings and improved handling, though still maintaining the radical design philosophy. The Granville P45B Bee Killer shows the Granville Brothers' attempt at a more conventional racer design.
Golden age civilian aircraft combined performance with style in ways rarely seen today. The Bellanca CH400 Skyrocket represents Giuseppe Bellanca's innovative designs featuring distinctive wing struts and efficient aerodynamics that made his aircraft favorites for long-distance flights. The Lockheed Vega 5C captures the sleek monoplane that carried Amelia Earhart and Wiley Post to fame, featuring the distinctive plywood monocoque fuselage and NACA cowling. The Caudron C.631/633 Simoun represents French elegance in a fast touring aircraft that served both civilian and military roles.
Percival aircraft represented British excellence in light aircraft design. The Percival P10 Vega Gull showcases the elegant four-seater that combined performance with comfort, while the Vega Gull civil registration variant provides alternative marking options. The Percival Proctor series includes the Proctor Mk.I, Proctor Mk.III British Radio Trainer, and Proctor Mk.III civil registration, representing the military communications and training variants plus post-war civilian conversions.
French aviation during the late 1930s produced innovative but often underappreciated designs. The Bloch MB151 Foreign Service and Marcel Bloch MB.151C.1 represent this rugged fighter that served with French and foreign air forces, featuring distinctive radial engine and retractable landing gear. The Caudron-Renault CR.714 C.1 depicts the lightweight wooden fighter that saw limited service during the Battle of France, representing an interesting evolutionary dead-end in fighter design. The Morane Saulnier MS.230 and MS230/C23 represent the classic French trainer that served for decades.
The evolution of Republic's fighter designs receives comprehensive coverage. Early P-47 Thunderbolt variants include the Republic P-47B Thunderbolt with its distinctive razorback canopy and early configuration, the Republic P-47C Thunderbolt with Ferry Tank showing extended range capability, and the Republic P-47C-2 Thunderbolt representing further refinements. The P-43 Lancer series includes the Republic P-43 Lancer, P-43A1 Lancer in China Skies, and P-43B/C Lancer Recon Version, showing this transitional design that bridged the gap between the P-35 and P-47.
The Seversky P-35 Fighter represents the first modern American fighter with retractable landing gear and enclosed cockpit to enter service, while the Seversky J9 RSAF Export Version shows the export variant that served with Sweden and other nations, demonstrating American fighter design before WWII.
Curtiss-Wright produced innovative designs that saw limited service but represented important developments. The Curtiss-Wright CW-21A and CW-21B Interceptor represent the lightweight interceptor that served with Dutch and Chinese forces, featuring exceptional climb rate and maneuverability. The Curtiss Wright CW22 Advanced Trainer shows the training variant, while the Curtiss-Wright SNC-1 Falcon II represents the US Navy trainer version.
Vultee designs receive rare modeling attention with the Vultee P66 Vanguard Fighter representing the export fighter that saw limited service with Chinese and British forces, and the Vultee Vengeance Mk.II depicting the dive bomber that served primarily with British and Commonwealth forces in Burma and the Pacific.
Dora Wings kits are engineered for experienced modelers who appreciate fine detail and historical accuracy. The parts breakdown is logical with separate components for items like landing gear doors, control surfaces, and cowling panels that allow realistic positioning and detail painting. Cockpit interiors are comprehensive, typically including detailed instrument panels, pilot seats, control sticks, and structural elements. The engraved panel lines are finely executed and respond well to wash techniques. Some kits include photo-etched parts for items like instrument panels, harness details, and structural bracing that add exceptional detail.
The diverse subjects in this collection offer fascinating painting opportunities from colorful air racers to military camouflage schemes. Air racers typically wore bright, polished finishes with bold racing numbers and sponsor markings that make for visually striking models. Civilian aircraft featured elegant color schemes often including polished metal with painted accents. Military aircraft ranged from colorful pre-war schemes to wartime camouflage patterns. Consider researching specific aircraft to replicate authentic color schemes and markings, using metallic paints or natural metal finishes for polished aluminum surfaces, applying careful masking for multi-color racing stripes and national markings, and adding appropriate weathering for operational aircraft including exhaust staining, oil streaks, and panel wear.
Dora Wings occupies a unique position in the aircraft modeling market by producing kits of subjects that larger manufacturers overlook. Their focus on rare and historically significant aircraft provides modelers with opportunities to build unique subjects that stand out in any collection. The combination of historical accuracy, fine detail, and reasonable pricing makes these kits excellent choices for experienced modelers who want to expand beyond the most common subjects. Whether you're interested in the radical designs of 1930s air racing, elegant civilian aircraft from aviation's golden age, or obscure military fighters that deserve recognition, Dora Wings delivers the subjects and quality that make aircraft modeling rewarding.
For complete product specifications, assembly instructions, and the full Dora Wings catalog, visit the official Dora Wings website.