{"product_id":"airfix-a05132-boulton-paul-defiant-nf-i-1-48-plastic-plane-model-kit","title":"Airfix A05132 Boulton Paul Defiant NF.I 1:48 Plastic Plane Model Kit","description":"\u003csection class=\"section section--pattern-grey\" id=\"theModel\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding-top: 50px; padding-bottom: 50px; background: url('\/application\/themes_parent\/app\/images\/interface\/patterns\/Airfix_grey.jpg') center center \/ cover fixed rgb(209, 209, 209); color: rgb(44, 44, 44); font-family: helvetica-neue, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: futura-pt, sans-serif; font-size: 2.125rem; letter-spacing: -0.01875vw;\"\u003eProduct Info\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 1160px; padding-left: 20px; padding-right: 20px; width: 1160px;\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section section--default\" id=\"whatsInside\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; padding-top: 50px; padding-bottom: 50px; color: rgb(44, 44, 44); font-family: helvetica-neue, 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 16px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; max-width: 1160px; padding-left: 20px; padding-right: 20px; width: 1160px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--1-col@medium\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-bottom: -20px; margin-right: -20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--60\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; flex: 0 0 auto; margin-bottom: 20px; max-width: 100%; width: calc(60% - 20px); margin-right: 20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px;\"\u003eEnhance your collection with the 1:48 scale Boulton Paul Defiant NF.I, a standout nightfighter from the Second World War. This model kit includes 113 components and offers two different scheme options, showcasing the unique turret-armed design that made the Defiant an unconventional aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px;\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003e1:48 scale model featuring 113 parts for a comprehensive build\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eTwo scheme options to recreate various historical versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eSkill level 2, appropriate for ages 8 and over\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eWingspan measures 250mm when assembled\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eFaithful depiction of the all-black nightfighter variant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eIntricate gun turret, the hallmark of this distinctive fighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli style=\"box-sizing: border-box;\"\u003eConstructed primarily from high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2 style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px;\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px;\"\u003eThe Boulton Paul Defiant, initially outperformed as a day fighter during the Battle of Britain, was reassigned to counter the Luftwaffe's night bombing raids over Britain. Lacking initial night combat training, Defiant crews had to innovate interception strategies during combat, finding the aircraft better suited to nocturnal engagements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px;\"\u003eDespite early successes against Luftwaffe pilots unfamiliar with the turret fighter, Defiant crews soon encountered the aircraft's limitations. The heavy gun turret and limited defensive firing range allowed German Messerschmitts to develop effective attack strategies. As losses increased, the RAF shifted Defiants to night operations, where they were less exposed and could leverage their firepower more effectively.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px;\"\u003eDuring the intense night Blitz on London, Defiant crews developed their own interception methods, achieving victories against Luftwaffe bombers and contributing to a robust night defence system, thus restoring the Defiant's reputation. These all-black nightfighters became some of the most iconic RAF aircraft of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; margin-bottom: 0px;\"\u003eBAE SYSTEMS is a registered trademark of BAE Systems plc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"heading--3\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; margin-top: 0px; font-family: futura-pt, sans-serif; letter-spacing: -0.01875vw; font-size: 2.125rem; line-height: 1.11765; margin-bottom: 15px;\"\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--2-col\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; display: flex; flex-wrap: wrap; margin-bottom: -20px; margin-right: -20px;\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item wysiwyg\" style=\"box-sizing: border-box; overflow-wrap: break-word; width: calc(50% - 20px); word-break: break-word; flex: 0 0 auto; margin-bottom: 20px; max-width: 100%; margin-right: 20px;\"\u003ePlastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAssembly Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unassembled Kit\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:48\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSet Includes:\u003c\/strong\u003e Airplane\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMPN:\u003c\/strong\u003e A05132\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFranchise:\u003c\/strong\u003e Airfix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Airfix\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aircraft\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkill Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3 – Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e Airfix A05132 Boulton Paul Defiant\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Militaria\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not Painted\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Origin:\u003c\/strong\u003e United Kingdom\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53545116402005,"sku":"Airfix-A05132","price":27.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0939\/0804\/2069\/files\/57_89c69a59-2bf4-4e01-8262-31039378e8f7.jpg?v=1774453828","url":"https:\/\/the-gift-factory.co.uk\/products\/airfix-a05132-boulton-paul-defiant-nf-i-1-48-plastic-plane-model-kit","provider":"The Gift factory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}