Introduced in 1951 the Aero Shackleton Mr 3 was a long-range Marine reconnaissancesearch & rescue aircraft of the Royal Air Force coastal command Developed as part of Britain response to a growing Soviet Navy the Mr 3 carried extensive electronics for its anti-submarine role as well as maritime Patrol & SAR duties It was finally retired from service in 1991 Revell detailed model features full cockpit & interior main fuselage door can be positioned openedclosed movable rudders long-range tip-tanks cowl flaps can be positioned openedclosed full undercarriage & bays Plus defensive weapons Flaps can be positioned dropped Decal options 1 (Phase 2) No 206 Squadron Royal Air Force Kinloss Scotland 1965 2 (Phase 3) No 42 Squadron Royal Air Force St Mawgan Cornwall 1970 Finely engraved surfaces Scale
- 1 72 Detailed cockpit Rear observation station Tailplane with separate rudders Note this is a plastic model kit that needs to be assembled & painted to complete Glue & paint are not included & must be Obtained separately This is a skill level 5 kit rated for experienced model builders