--- product_id: 644149814 title: "Avro Lancaster B III 1:72 Military Aviation Plastic Model Kit A08013A" brand: "airfix" price: "R8066" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/644149814-avro-lancaster-b-iii-1-72-military-aviation-plastic-model store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 1:72 scale detailed model 234 precision pieces 294mm length iconic bomber Avro Lancaster B III 1:72 Military Aviation Plastic Model Kit A08013A **Brand:** airfix **Price:** R8066 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🛠️ Build History, Own the Legend! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Avro Lancaster B III 1:72 Military Aviation Plastic Model Kit A08013A by airfix - **How much does it cost?** R8066 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/644149814-avro-lancaster-b-iii-1-72-military-aviation-plastic-model) ## Best For - airfix enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted airfix brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Customizable Finish:** Requires separate Humbrol paints, letting you personalize your model with historically accurate or creative color schemes. - • **Iconic WWII Bomber Replica:** Recreate the legendary Avro Lancaster B III with authentic squadron schemes from 1944. - • **Perfect Scale for Display & Detail:** At 1:72 scale and 294mm length, it balances intricate detail with manageable size for your workspace. - • **Skill Level 3 - Engaging Yet Accessible:** Designed for intermediate modelers seeking a rewarding build without overwhelming complexity. - • **Collector’s Classic with Proven Quality:** Part of Airfix’s renowned Classic Kit Range, backed by 4.6-star reviews and a legacy of craftsmanship. ## Overview The Airfix Avro Lancaster B III 1:72 scale plastic model kit offers 234 detailed pieces to construct a historically accurate WWII British heavy bomber. Measuring 294mm in length, this skill level 3 kit features two authentic 1944 squadron paint schemes and requires separate Humbrol paints for finishing. Ideal for adult hobbyists, it combines manageable complexity with collectible quality, making it a must-have for aviation enthusiasts and modelers alike. ## Description As the third of Britain’s four engined heavy bombers to enter RAF service during WWII, the Avro Lancaster proved to be an exceptional aircraft, possessing a large unobstructed bomb bay, which allowed it to carry some of the largest bombs of the war. At least thirty five Lancasters managed to complete an astonishing 100 missions or more and are referred to by historians and enthusiasts as the ‘Lancaster Centurions’, an exclusive group of extremely hard working bombers. Review: Historic airframe Review: Delivery timing just as advertised ## Features - Scheme 1: "S is for Sugar" No 467 Squadron, Royal Australian Air Force, Royal Air Force Waddington, Lincolnshire, England 1944. - Scheme 2: No 57 Squadron, Royal Air Force East Kirkby, Lincolnshire, England July 1944. - Part of the Airfix Classic Kit Range, the 1:72 scale is a smaller scale and is perfect for those models where you want a more simple and faster construction. - Skill Level 3. Length 294 mm Width 432 mm. 234 Pieces. - Painting required: yes, paints need to be purchased separately. Humbrol Paints needed are listed on the outside of the box. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B078YTYRYV | | Age Range (Description) | Adult | | Age Range Description | Adult | | Art Craft Kit Type | Plastic Model Kit | | Brand | Airfix | | Brand Name | Airfix | | Colour | Multicolor | | Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 289 Reviews | | Global Trade Identification Number | 05055286649714 | | Included Components | 1 unassembled airplane | | Item Dimensions | 30.5 x 43.2 x 12.7 Centimeters | | Item Type | Military Aviation Plastic Model Kit | | Item Weight | 680 g | | Item dimensions L x W x H | 30.5 x 43.2 x 12.7 Centimeters | | Manufacturer | Airfix | | Material | Plastic | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Name | Avro Lancaster B III | | Number of Pieces | 234 | | Paint Type | Humbrol | | Product Style | Classic | | Scale | 1:72 | | Seasons | All Seasons | | Size | Small | | Special Features | Portable | | Subject Character | American | | Theme | Bomber, British, Military, Patriotic, World War 2 | | Unit Count | 1 Count | ## Product Details - **Age Range (Description):** 8+ Years - **Brand:** Airfix - **Color:** Gray - **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 12 x 17 x 5 inches - **Theme:** Bomber, British, Military, Patriotic, World War 2 ## Images ![Avro Lancaster B III 1:72 Military Aviation Plastic Model Kit A08013A - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71sfRc8aEAL.jpg) ![Avro Lancaster B III 1:72 Military Aviation Plastic Model Kit A08013A - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ebg4qy7CL.jpg) ![Avro Lancaster B III 1:72 Military Aviation Plastic Model Kit A08013A - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81CxKnvvu3L.jpg) ![Avro Lancaster B III 1:72 Military Aviation Plastic Model Kit A08013A - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81MwbnjNCQL.jpg) ![Avro Lancaster B III 1:72 Military Aviation Plastic Model Kit A08013A - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81FTV6gwNsL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Hello are there crew members?** A: Not with this kit ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Historic airframe *by G***G on 6 March 2024* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Delivery timing just as advertised *by E***M on 5 January 2025* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A gift that my friend enjoys *by D***D on 5 August 2024* ## Frequently Bought Together - Airfix Model Set - A08013A Avro Lancaster B.III Model Building Kit - Plastic Model Plane Kits for Adults & Children 8+, Set Includes Sprues & Decals - 1:72 Scale Model - Revell Contacta Liquid Glue with Professional Needle Applicator - Revell Enamels 14ml 32340 Military Colour Paint Set --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/644149814-avro-lancaster-b-iii-1-72-military-aviation-plastic-model](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/644149814-avro-lancaster-b-iii-1-72-military-aviation-plastic-model) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*