Italeri 2788 1/48 Douglas A-1H Skyraider - Precision Scale Kit  [IT-2788S]

Italeri 1/48 Douglas A-1H Skyraider: Precision Modelling of a Classic Attack Plane

The Italeri 1/48 Douglas A-1H Skyraider model kit offers a faithful small scale interpretation of an influential attack aircraft. Celebrated for its heavy lift and dependable service, the Skyraider remains popular with scale builders and aviation collectors. This kit emphasises the aircraft profile and paneling for accurate modelling.

Service Record and Performance Summary

Introduced in 1945, the Skyraider was distinct for retaining a piston powerplant amid the early jet era. Its decades of frontline use highlight robustness and utility. The A-1H fitted a 2,700 HP radial engine, could approach 322 mph, carried four 20 mm cannons and accepted payloads exceeding 3,500 kg.

Kit Highlights and Finishing Advice

The Italeri release includes a super decal sheet with four marking choices plus a colour instruction sheet to aid construction. Glue and paints are not supplied and are needed to complete the model. At 1/48 scale, the kit displays well on shelves or in curated collections alongside other military aircraft models.