{"product_id":"icm-marauder-mk-iii-raf-saaf-bomber-1-48-scale","title":"ICM Marauder Mk.III RAF \u0026 SAAF Bomber | 1:48 Scale","description":"\u003ch4\u003eICM Marauder Mk.III RAF \u0026amp; SAAF Bomber 1:48 Scale WWII Aircraft Model Kit\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"86\" data-end=\"489\"\u003eThe ICM Marauder Mk.III 1:48 scale model kit recreates the RAF and South African Air Force variant of the legendary American-built B-26 Marauder, an important medium bomber of the Second World War. Produced at the Glenn L. Martin factory in Middle River, these aircraft were delivered to British and Commonwealth forces and designated Marauder Mk.III, based on the improved B-26F airframe.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"491\" data-end=\"1030\"\u003eThe B-26F introduced notable wing modifications to improve handling, along with revised fuel tank ventilation and redesigned nose glazing. RAF and SAAF Marauder Mk.III aircraft featured several distinctive details, including spoked nose wheel landing gear, a modified tail gun position with canvas covering, and in some cases British-designed bomb sights. These bombers saw extensive service with RAF squadrons and multiple SAAF units, particularly during the Italian campaign, where they played a key role in supporting Allied operations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1032\" data-end=\"1466\"\u003eThis highly detailed plastic model kit includes a finely rendered cockpit, fuselage interior and equipment, including RAF-specific components. With 380 parts, it offers an immersive and rewarding build for experienced modellers. Decals are included for three historically accurate aircraft operated by RAF and SAAF squadrons between 1944 and 1945, allowing you to model aircraft from Italy or training units in the United States.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1468\" data-end=\"1663\"\u003eSupplied unassembled and unpainted, this kit is ideal for WWII aviation enthusiasts, historical modellers, and collectors looking to build an authentic Commonwealth-operated bomber in 1:48 scale\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e1:48 scale\u003cbr\u003eICM model kit \u003cbr\u003eRequires assembly \u003cbr\u003eAges 14+\u003c\/span\u003e\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":57589742076285,"sku":"ICM48326","price":61.6,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1138\/0520\/files\/ICM_Marauder_Mk.III_RAF_SAAF_Bomber.png?v=1765979854","url":"https:\/\/www.mightylancergames.co.uk\/products\/icm-marauder-mk-iii-raf-saaf-bomber-1-48-scale","provider":"Mighty Lancer Games","version":"1.0","type":"link"}