{"product_id":"icm-hp-52-hampden-tb-mk-i-wwii-british-torpedo-bomber-1-48-scale-model-kit","title":"ICM HP.52 Hampden TB.Mk.I WWII British Torpedo Bomber | 1:48 Scale Model Kit","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"130\" data-end=\"457\"\u003eThe ICM HP.52 Hampden TB.Mk.I model kit recreates a Royal Air Force torpedo bomber used during the Second World War. This 1:48 scale plastic model kit represents the modified maritime strike version of the Hampden bomber that served with RAF Coastal Command during anti shipping operations over the North Sea and Arctic waters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"908\"\u003eThe Handley Page HP.52 Hampden B.Mk.I first entered production in 1938 and quickly became one of the aircraft used by the Royal Air Force in the early stages of the war. By late 1941 the aircraft was adapted for use as a torpedo bomber. Although the possibility of carrying torpedoes had been considered during the aircraft’s design stage in the mid 1930s, wartime requirements demanded a practical conversion that avoided major structural redesign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"910\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eEngineers successfully fitted a single Mk.XII torpedo beneath the aircraft without extensive modifications. The conversion required adjustments to the ventral gunner’s position, redesign of the lower fuselage section and alterations to the bomb bay area including modified bomb bay doors and a dedicated torpedo mounting system. The aircraft could also retain underwing bomb racks capable of carrying two 227 kg bombs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eA total of 144 aircraft were converted into this maritime strike configuration, designated HP.52 Hampden TB.Mk.I. These aircraft served with several squadrons of RAF Coastal Command including Nos. 144, 408, 415, 489 and 455 Squadrons, conducting patrols and strike missions against enemy shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1629\" data-end=\"1971\"\u003eThis detailed model kit accurately represents the torpedo bomber configuration with the modified lower gun position and redesigned fuselage section. The kit includes finely moulded surface detail with realistic rivet patterns across the fuselage, wings and tail. A Mk.XII torpedo and transport trolley are included to enhance display options.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1973\" data-end=\"2225\"\u003eThe kit contains 271 plastic parts and provides marking options for four different aircraft used during the war. This makes it an excellent project for aircraft modellers interested in Royal Air Force aviation and World War II maritime strike aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2298\"\u003eModels require assembly and painting. Glue and paints are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2300\" data-end=\"2333\"\u003eRecommended for ages 14 and over.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2335\" data-end=\"2356\"\u003eModel Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2637\"\u003eBrand ICM\u003cbr data-start=\"2367\" data-end=\"2370\"\u003eItem Number 48353\u003cbr data-start=\"2387\" data-end=\"2390\"\u003eScale 1:48\u003cbr data-start=\"2400\" data-end=\"2403\"\u003eNumber of Parts 271\u003cbr data-start=\"2422\" data-end=\"2425\"\u003eLength 341 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2438\" data-end=\"2441\"\u003eWidth 442 mm\u003cbr data-start=\"2453\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003eIncludes detailed assembly instructions\u003cbr data-start=\"2495\" data-end=\"2498\"\u003eHighly detailed sprues produced from quality plastic\u003cbr data-start=\"2550\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003eAircraft Type Torpedo Bomber\u003cbr data-start=\"2581\" data-end=\"2584\"\u003eNationality British\u003cbr data-start=\"2603\" data-end=\"2606\"\u003eEra World War II 1939 to 1945\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2639\" data-end=\"2658\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2639\" data-end=\"2658\"\u003eMarking Options\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2660\" data-end=\"2935\"\u003eHP.52 Hampden TB.Mk.I AT147 No. 489 Squadron 1942\u003cbr data-start=\"2709\" data-end=\"2712\"\u003eHP.52 Hampden TB.Mk.I AJ991 No. 32 Operational Training Unit Patricia Bay Canada April 1943\u003cbr data-start=\"2803\" data-end=\"2806\"\u003eHP.52 Hampden TB.Mk.I AE261 No. 489 Squadron RAF Leuchars 1943\u003cbr data-start=\"2868\" data-end=\"2871\"\u003eHP.52 Hampden TB.Mk.I AE386 No. 455 Squadron RAF Leuchars 1943\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2253\" data-end=\"2483\"\u003eScale model builders searching for ICM 1:48 aircraft model kits, Handley Page Hampden torpedo bomber models, or RAF Coastal Command aircraft from World War II will find this kit ideal for aviation modelling and historical display projects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2538\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eAbout ICM Plastic Model Kits\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2540\" data-end=\"2953\"\u003eICM produces a wide range of highly detailed plastic model kits covering aircraft, military vehicles and historical figures. Their aircraft kits are valued by scale model builders for their accurate shapes, detailed surface features and historically researched subjects. ICM 1:48 scale aircraft kits are particularly popular with hobbyists who enjoy building detailed World War II aircraft for display collections or diorama scenes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind more ICM plastic model kits \u003ca rel=\"noopener\" title=\"Buy ICM plastic model kits here\" href=\"https:\/\/www.mightylancergames.co.uk\/collections\/icm-plastic-kits\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eHERE\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ICM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57898203513213,"sku":"ICM48353","price":63.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1138\/0520\/files\/ICM_HP.52_Hampden_TB.Mk.I.png?v=1772718480","url":"https:\/\/www.mightylancergames.co.uk\/products\/icm-hp-52-hampden-tb-mk-i-wwii-british-torpedo-bomber-1-48-scale-model-kit","provider":"Mighty Lancer Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}