{"product_id":"hasegawa-1-72-lancaster-b-mk-i-mk-iii-w-raaf-decals","title":"HASEGAWA 1\/72 LANCASTER B. Mk.I\/Mk.III (w\/ RAAF Decals)","description":"\u003ch3\u003eThis item is a \u003cem\u003ePre-Orderable\u003c\/em\u003e Product,\u003cbr\u003e  \r\n\t\t\t\tPlease Click the [Pre-Order Information] Tab, for Terms and Conditions.\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHasegawa 1\/72 Avro Lancaster B Mk.I \/ Mk.III (w\/ RAAF Decals)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eETA:\u003c\/strong\u003e September 2026\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"66\" data-end=\"278\"\u003eThe legendary Avro Lancaster is reproduced in 1\/72 scale with this detailed kit from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHasegawa\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, representing both the Mk.I and Mk.III variants with Royal Australian Air Force markings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"280\" data-end=\"732\"\u003eDeveloped from Britain’s early heavy bomber requirements in the 1930s, the Lancaster traces its origins to the Avro Type 679 design, which evolved from the twin-engine Manchester program. The Manchester, introduced in 1940, suffered from unreliable engine performance, leading to a major redesign using four Rolls-Royce Merlin engines. This transformation resulted in the Avro Lancaster—one of the most successful heavy bombers of the Second World War.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"734\" data-end=\"943\"\u003eRenowned for its range, payload capacity, and operational versatility, the Lancaster became the backbone of RAF Bomber Command and served with Commonwealth forces, including RAAF squadrons operating in Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"1091\"\u003eThis Hasegawa kit accurately captures the powerful silhouette of the Lancaster, with fine surface detail and a flexible configuration for display.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"1093\" data-end=\"1096\"\u003e\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"q4c1cr\" data-start=\"1098\" data-end=\"1111\"\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"163mh2q\" data-start=\"1112\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eDetailed 1\/72 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"8gygi3\" data-start=\"1154\" data-end=\"1219\"\u003eAccurately represents both Lancaster Mk.I and Mk.III variants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"h0qf3\" data-start=\"1220\" data-end=\"1264\"\u003eOptional open or closed bomb bay display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e0dr2\" data-start=\"1265\" data-end=\"1339\"\u003eIncludes full bomb load: 18 × 500lb bombs and 1 × 4000lb “Cookie” bomb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1qzcfkl\" data-start=\"1340\" data-end=\"1374\"\u003eFinely engraved surface detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1hhf1mf\" data-start=\"1375\" data-end=\"1410\"\u003eClear parts for cockpit glazing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ytzeru\" data-start=\"1411\" data-end=\"1457\"\u003eDecals included for RAAF-operated aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"1459\" data-end=\"1462\"\u003e\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"17qmste\" data-start=\"1464\" data-end=\"1486\"\u003eIncluded Markings:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1lrhb02\" data-start=\"1487\" data-end=\"1536\"\u003e467 Squadron RAAF “PO?S” (summer 1944 onward)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w9oqw7\" data-start=\"1537\" data-end=\"1590\"\u003e467 Squadron RAAF “PO?S” (May 1944 configuration)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1q3g78x\" data-start=\"1591\" data-end=\"1631\"\u003e467 Squadron RAAF “PO?V” (summer 1943)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1636\"\u003e\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1ke4z4i\" data-start=\"1638\" data-end=\"1657\"\u003eSpecifications:\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jekxw1\" data-start=\"1658\" data-end=\"1673\"\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"9hlsi2\" data-start=\"1674\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eManufacturer: Hasegawa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dozvto\" data-start=\"1701\" data-end=\"1745\"\u003eAircraft: Avro Lancaster B Mk.I \/ Mk.III\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1f1jzyl\" data-start=\"1746\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eMaterial: Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dfd762\" data-start=\"1786\" data-end=\"1812\"\u003eAssembly Required: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mbfsp3\" data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1858\"\u003ePaint \u0026amp; Glue Required: Yes (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003chr data-start=\"1860\" data-end=\"1863\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"1865\" data-end=\"2162\"\u003eThe Avro Lancaster became one of the most iconic heavy bombers of the Second World War, known for its ability to carry massive bomb loads over long distances. Its service with Royal Australian Air Force squadrons highlighted its importance within Allied strategic bombing operations across Europe.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"HASEGAWA","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46734022213793,"sku":"H00553AU","price":99.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/9754\/files\/Screenshot_2026-05-07_111556.png?v=1784691113","url":"https:\/\/www.hearnshobbies.com\/products\/hasegawa-1-72-lancaster-b-mk-i-mk-iii-w-raaf-decals","provider":"Hearns Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}