{"product_id":"airfix-bhc-sr-n4-hovercraft-1-144-scale","title":"Airfix BHC SR.N4 Hovercraft - 1:144 Scale","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"113\" data-end=\"502\"\u003eBuild one of the most iconic engineering achievements of the Cold War era with the SR.N4 Hovercraft model kit from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eAirfix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Part of the Vintage Classics range, this 1:144 scale kit recreates the legendary Saunders Roe \/ British Hovercraft Corporation Mountbatten Class hovercraft, which revolutionised cross-Channel travel from 1969.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"504\" data-end=\"772\"\u003eWith 276 detailed parts, this skill level 4 kit is designed for experienced modellers who enjoy complex and rewarding builds. It captures the impressive scale and engineering of the real SR.N4, including its distinctive amphibious hull and powerful propulsion systems.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"1113\"\u003eKey features include detailed representations of the four Rolls Royce Proteus turboprop engines and the massive 5.8 metre Dowty Rotol propellers mounted on pylons. These elements highlight the unique design that allowed the SR.N4 to travel at speeds exceeding 60 knots while carrying large numbers of passengers across the English Channel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1115\" data-end=\"1377\"\u003eThe kit also includes two authentic paint scheme options, allowing modellers to recreate different operational versions of this historic hovercraft. Due to the age of the moulds, some parts may include light flash, which is typical for Vintage Classics releases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1397\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1379\" data-end=\"1395\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:144 scale SR.N4 Mountbatten Class Hovercraft model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e276 parts for detailed and complex assembly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill level 4 our of 4 – ideal for experienced modellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two authentic paint scheme options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed Rolls Royce Proteus turboprop engines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 5.8m scale Dowty Rotol propellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccurate amphibious hull and propulsion design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePart of the Airfix Vintage Classics range\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1823\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1800\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003eWhat’s in the Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic model kit parts (276 pieces)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstruction sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint guide sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1921\" data-end=\"1940\"\u003eHistorical Note\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1940\" data-end=\"1943\"\u003eThe SR.N4 was one of the most remarkable transport innovations of its time, operated across the English Channel and capable of carrying large passenger loads at high speed. Its combination of aircraft and marine engineering made it one of the most distinctive vehicles ever produced.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003ePeople searching for SRN4 Hovercraft model kit, Airfix Vintage Classics or 1:144 scale Cold War engineering models will find this kit highly suitable. It is ideal for experienced modellers interested in large, detailed transport subjects.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eVintage aircraft and marine hybrid kits remain highly popular among scale modellers due to their unique engineering and historical significance. Airfix Vintage Classics range revisits iconic subjects like the SR.N4 Hovercraft, combining nostalgia with detailed modelling experiences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.mightylancergames.co.uk\/collections\/airfix\" title=\"Explore more scale model kits from Airfix here\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eExplore more scale model kits from Airfix here \u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58129335386493,"sku":"A09171V","price":39.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1138\/0520\/files\/Airfix_SRN4_Hovercraft.png?v=1778079667","url":"https:\/\/www.mightylancergames.co.uk\/products\/airfix-bhc-sr-n4-hovercraft-1-144-scale","provider":"Mighty Lancer Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}