COBI Hawker Hurricane Mk I 270pcs

One of the most popular British fighters from World War II. It was produced in many versions with various drive units and armaments. Easy-to-use aircraft with simple design. The single-seater metal-structured aircraft did very well in action, facing the Messerschmitt. The main weapon was eight Browning 7.7 mm machine guns.

The aircraft's first prototype flight took place on November 6, 1935 in Brooklands. In December 1937, its first production series reached the 111th RAF Squadron. Hurricane Mk I was first used in 1940 over French territory. In the Battle of Britain, he was the RAF’s most prolific fighter. Compared to other fighters participating in this battle, it shot down by far the largest number of enemy aircraft.

From the world of COBI comes a highly detailed model of the Hawker Hurricane Mk I. It includes 270 blocks and one pilot figure.

The aircraft has movable propeller and ailerons. Its rotating wheels with rubber tyres can be retracted from the chassis in a take-off or landing position. The pilot's cabin can be opened to put a figure at the controls. The aircraft utilises printed block rather than stickers. Not only does this make the model more detailed it becomes hard wearing if being used as a to