Airfix 1:72 Avro Lancaster B.III (Special) The Dambusters

The Airfix 1:72 Avro Lancaster B.III (Special) “The Dambusters” Model Kit recreates one of the most famous aircraft of the Second World War and the legendary raid on the Ruhr dams in 1943. The Lancaster B.III Special was adapted to carry the revolutionary “bouncing bomb” developed for Operation Chastise, making it one of the most iconic variants of Britain’s most successful heavy bomber.

This detailed 1:72 scale plastic model kit captures the distinctive features of the modified Dambusters aircraft, offering an engaging and historically significant build for WWII aviation enthusiasts and RAF Bomber Command collectors.

About the Avro Lancaster B.III (Special)

The Avro Lancaster was the RAF’s primary heavy bomber during the Second World War and became one of the most successful aircraft of its type, renowned for its range, payload, and reliability.

The B.III Special variant was modified specifically for Operation Chastise, the daring 1943 raid led by 617 Squadron against German dams in the Ruhr Valley. These aircraft were adapted to carry Barnes Wallis’ “Upkeep” bouncing bomb, requiring modifications such as the removal of certain bomb bay doors and the addition of specialised mounting equipment.

The mission became one of the most famous aerial operations of the war, cementing both the aircraft and its crews in aviation history.

Features

✔ Detailed 1:72 scale plastic model kit
✔ Avro Lancaster B.III (Special) “Dambusters” variant
✔ Modified bomb bay for bouncing bomb configuration
✔ Fine engraved surface panel detail
✔ Realistic cockpit and fuselage structure
✔ Accurate RAF WWII heavy bomber subject
✔ Clear assembly instructions

Skill Level

Intermediate

This kit is suitable for:

• intermediate aircraft modellers,

• WWII RAF Bomber Command enthusiasts,

• and aviation history collectors.

The size and detail of the Lancaster make it a rewarding project with strong display presence.

Recommended Accessories

For best results we recommend:

• Plastic model glue

• Acrylic paints

• Primer

• Fine detail brushes

• Sanding sticks

• Weathering products for heavy bomber operational finishes, including exhaust staining and weathered RAF camouflage

Perfect For

• RAF Bomber Command enthusiasts

• WWII aviation collectors

• Dambusters and 617 Squadron fans

• Intermediate scale modellers

• Historical aviation displays and dioramas

A Legendary Bomber and a Historic Mission

The Airfix Avro Lancaster B.III (Special) “Dambusters” represents one of the most famous aircraft and missions of the Second World War. With its unique modifications and extraordinary operational history, it remains a must-have subject for any serious WWII aviation modelling collection.