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DE HAVILLAND DH.88 COMET

Airfix | No. 01013B | 1:72

Boxart DE HAVILLAND DH.88 COMET 01013B Airfix

Facts

Brand:
Airfix
Title:
DE HAVILLAND DH.88 COMET
Number:
01013B (Also listed as A01013B)
Scale:
1:72
Type:
Full kit
Released:
2014 New box
Barcode:
5014429000683 (EAN)
Topic:
De Havilland DH 88 Comet » Propeller (Aircraft)

Markings

De Havilland DH 88 Comet

De Havilland FB.588 Comet
GB MacRobertson Air Race

Box contents

Plastic sprue, Decalsheet (waterslide)

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Alternative SKUs for Airfix 01013B:
AFX01013B | A01013B

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In-box reviews

External reviews
IPMS Deutschland
In-box review
IPMS Deutschland

Projects

Airfix De Havilland DH.88 Comet
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1:72 DE HAVILLAND DH.88 COMET (Airfix 01013B)

Gallery

De Havilland DH 88 Comet 1:72
De Havilland DH 88 Comet G-ACSR
Airfix 1:72
by Andy Mullen on Scale Model Aircraft
De Havilland DH 88 Comet 1:72
De Havilland DH 88 Comet G-ADEF "Boomerang"
Airfix 1:72
by Gabriel Stern on Wings of Intent

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Comments

Rando
Just finished this model. Yes, it's terrible in fit and detail, but I didn't take it too seriously and just used it as an opportunity to practice. It was the first kit I had built since I was a kid and it turned out pretty nice! Had a lot of fun getting the decals on especially.
1 3 January 2023, 19:40
David Thor
This is one of the worst model kits i ever bought. It's actually a shame that it's still sold.
All comments (6) » 10 August 2019, 08:57
Gordon Sørensen
I haven't seen the new boxings for Airfix's ' Vintage Series' yet, but this kit definately qualifies...
12 August 2019, 15:58
Cuajete
I have the unfinished model. A lot of scratch and putty. But I think the worst is the cockpit. Canopy not have uprights.

It is best to run away from this kit and purchase the one from KP or SBS.
12 August 2019, 18:50
P J
Good to see the Grosvenor House plane back on the shelves but this kit desperately needs a new tool. Takes a lot of filler and patience to make a good looking model. Old Frog/Novo versions a better bet for a decent build.
8 September 2014, 15:50
Gordon Sørensen
Nice to see the real one has flown again. I totally agree about the quality of the kit, very basic, lots of flash, but a beautiful aircraft!
8 September 2014, 15:59
P J
Absolutely! I'm sorry I missed it fly yesterday but I'll see it soon.
I'd like to hunt down one of those Aerotech 1:32 models of the DH.88.
8 September 2014, 16:23

De Havilland DH 88 Comet

Reference material

The Comet Racers Uncovered (Self-published )
The Comet Racers Uncovered
Guy Inchbald
2021
Put it Down to Experience (Self-published )
Put it Down to Experience
Betty Heycock
1991

All books » (10 in total) All walkarounds » (1 in total)