Tamiya 1/48 P-38 J Lightning

The Tamiya 1/48 P-38J Lightning (HC-61123) is a plastic model assembly kit depicting the Lockheed P-38J, the iconic WWII twin-boom fighter of which around 10,000 were manufactured. In 1/48 scale, this kit captures the aircraft’s distinctive lines and refined surface details, making a rewarding project for scale aircraft modellers.

Features

• 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit of the Lockheed P-38J Lightning from WWII.
• Faithfully captures the aircraft’s dynamic form, including enlarged engine cowlings and radiator fairings.
• Crisp rendering of air ducts linking the engine-underside intercoolers and oil coolers.
• Accurate depiction of the revised canopy with a flat front face.

What’s Included

• Three marking options
• Masking stickers to aid canopy painting
• Background information text on the P-38J
• Full colour painting guide

Combining precise engineering with thoughtful extras such as masking stickers and multiple markings, this Tamiya kit offers an engaging build and a striking display piece for fans of WWII aircraft and scale modelling.