Scale 1/48

Scale 1/48

Plastic model kits of aircraft in 1/48 scale are very popular among modelers and aviation enthusiasts. Here are some of the main benefits of these models:

    1. Detail: Models in 1/48 scale offer much more space to replicate details compared to smaller scales. This allows for a more precise reproduction of structural elements, lines, and painting details of the aircraft.
    2. Size: Models in 1/48 scale are larger than those in smaller scales, meaning they are more visible and more impressive in presentation. This is particularly important if you want to create an eye-catching diorama or showcase the model as a standalone decoration.
    3. Appropriate Challenge: Models in 1/48 scale provide an appropriate level of challenge for many modelers. They are not as demanding as some models in larger scales but allow for advanced painting techniques and detailing.

 

  • Abundance of Available Models: There are many different aircraft models available in 1/48 scale, including key historical designs, various versions, and paint schemes. This makes it a popular scale among aviation enthusiasts who want to build a diverse range of models.
  • Conversion Opportunities: Due to their larger size and greater detail, models in 1/48 scale are more conducive to various types of conversions and modifications. Modelers can add extra elements, alter weapon configurations, or make other modifications.
  • Easier Painting: In larger scales, painting can be somewhat easier because the elements are larger and more visible. This can be advantageous for modelers who are just beginning to work on painting techniques.
  • Realism: Thanks to their larger size, models in 1/48 scale can better capture the proportions and appearance of the actual aircraft, resulting in greater realism and a more impressive final model.
  • Educational and Historical Value: Building models in 1/48 scale can provide valuable historical education, allowing for an in-depth understanding of specific designs, paint schemes, and historical aviation events.

 

In summary, aircraft models in 1/48 scale are appealing to many modelers due to their detail, size, availability, and the opportunity to employ advanced modeling techniques. It is a scale that enables the construction of impressive and faithfully replicated aircraft models.

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40001 PZL P.11c Expert Set 1/48!

40001 PZL P.11c Expert Set 1/48!

The first Arma Hobby 1/48 scale kit. Expert Set includes accessories and four colour variants.

gross: €39.00
(net: €31.71 )
40002 PZL P.11c Model Kit 1/48!

40002 PZL P.11c Model Kit 1/48!

P.11c plastic kit 1/48 scale, economy set.

€34.00
gross: €30.60
(net: €24.88 )
40004  Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48!

40004 Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48!

Hurricane IIc plastic kit 1/48 scale, new moulds.

gross: €45.00
(net: €36.59 )
40005 Hurricane Mk IIc trop 1/48.

40005 Hurricane Mk IIc trop 1/48.

Tropical version of the  Hurricane Mk IIc, model kit 1/48 scale from Arma Hobby.

gross: €45.00
(net: €36.59 )
40006 Hurricane Mk IIc "Jubilee".

40006 Hurricane Mk IIc "Jubilee".

Anniversary set for the 10th anniversary of Arma Hobby. Hurricane IIc kit with 3D prints in 1/48 scale.

gross: €54.09
(net: €43.98 )
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40007 Hurricane Mk IIb 1/48,

40007 Hurricane Mk IIb 1/48,

Hurricane Mk IIb fighter-bomber 1/48 scale kit, new tool from Arma Hobby.

€45.00
gross: €40.50
(net: €32.93 )
40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle - 1

40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle - 1

Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 scale, promotional bundle 1.

€111.36
gross: €89.09
(net: €72.43 )
40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle - 3

40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle - 3

Sea Hurricane Mk IIc kit scale1/48, Promotional Bundle 3.

€94.68
gross: €75.75
(net: €61.59 )
40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle - 4

40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle - 4

Sea Hurricane Mk IIc kit scale1/48, Promotional Bundle 4.

€150.36
gross: €105.25
(net: €85.57 )
40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle - 5

40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle - 5

Sea Hurricane Mk IIc kit scale1/48, Promotional Bundle 5.

€156.36
gross: €109.45
(net: €88.98 )
40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle - 6

40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle - 6

Sea Hurricane Mk IIc kit scale1/48, Promotional Bundle 6.

€145.68
gross: €101.98
(net: €82.91 )
40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle -2

40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48 - Bundle -2

Sea Hurricane Mk IIc kit scale1/48, Promotional Bundle 2.

€100.68
gross: €80.55
(net: €65.49 )
40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48.

40009 Sea Hurricane Mk IIc 1/48.

Sea Hurricane Mk IIc aircraft model in 1/48 scale, Arma Hobby sprues.

€55.68
gross: €50.11
(net: €40.74 )
8EDU11177 KURFÜRST 1/48

8EDU11177 KURFÜRST 1/48

Model Eduard 1/48

gross: €37.73
(net: €30.67 )
8EDU82138 Fw 190A-7 1/48

8EDU82138 Fw 190A-7 1/48

Model Eduard 1/48

gross: €37.73
(net: €30.67 )
8EDU82163 Bf 109G-6/AS 1/48
gross: €37.73
(net: €30.67 )
8EDU82185 Z-526 Trenér Master 1/48
gross: €34.32
(net: €27.90 )
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8EDU84130 MiG-21bis 1/48

8EDU84130 MiG-21bis 1/48

Model Eduard 1/48

gross: €32.05
(net: €26.06 )
8EDU84192 Spitfire Mk.Vc 1/48
gross: €26.59
(net: €21.62 )
8EDU84193 F4F-3 WILDCAT 1/48
gross: €26.59
(net: €21.62 )
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8EDU84194 F6F-3 Hellcat 1/48
gross: €26.59
(net: €21.62 )
8EDU84195 Tempest Mk.V Series 1 1/48
gross: €31.14
(net: €25.32 )
8EDU8452 Bristol F.2B Fighter 1/48
gross: €22.50
(net: €18.29 )
EDU11149 EAGLE´s CALL DUAL COMBO 1/48!

EDU11149 EAGLE´s CALL DUAL COMBO 1/48!

Double pack Spitfire Vb i Vc in USAAF colours , Eduard 1/48

gross: €58.64
(net: €47.67 )
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EDU11153 SPITFIRE STORY The Sweeps 1/48 Limited edition!
gross: €56.77
(net: €46.15 )
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EDU11155 TORA TORA TORA! 1/48 Limited edition !

EDU11155 TORA TORA TORA! 1/48 Limited edition !

Premiere of Zero from Eduarda, Double Combo 1/48

gross: €56.77
(net: €46.15 )
EDU11157 SPITFIRE STORY: Southern Star DUAL COMBO 1/48!

EDU11157 SPITFIRE STORY: Southern Star DUAL COMBO 1/48!

Limited edition kit of Spitfire Mk.Vb nd Vc in 1/48 scale.

gross: €56.36
(net: €45.82 )
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EDU11158 ZERO ZERO ZERO! DUAL COMBO 1/48!

EDU11158 ZERO ZERO ZERO! DUAL COMBO 1/48!

Double Pack - A6M2 Zero, Eduard 1/48

gross: €56.36
(net: €45.82 )
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EDU11159 RED TAILS & Co. DUAL COMBO 1/48!

EDU11159 RED TAILS & Co. DUAL COMBO 1/48!

Double P-51D Mustang kit, Eduard 1/48

gross: €61.82
(net: €50.26 )
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EDU11161 F-51D/RF-51D KOREA DUAL COMBO 1/48!

EDU11161 F-51D/RF-51D KOREA DUAL COMBO 1/48!

Double set of F-51D Mustang 1/48 scale from Eduard

gross: €60.91
(net: €49.52 )
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EDU11162 SPITFIRE STORY: Per Aspera ad Astra DUAL COMBO 1/48 Limited edition!

EDU11162 SPITFIRE STORY: Per Aspera ad Astra DUAL COMBO 1/48 Limited e...

Double kit Spitfire Vc, Eduard 1/48 Limited Edition

gross: €58.18
(net: €47.30 )
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EDU11163 HIND E 1/48!
gross: €80.91
(net: €65.78 )
EDU11164 The Ultimate Tempest 1/48
gross: €61.82
(net: €50.26 )
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EDU11165 TORNADO IDS 1/48.
gross: €75.00
(net: €60.98 )
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EDU11166 MIDWAY DUAL COMBO 1/48.

EDU11166 MIDWAY DUAL COMBO 1/48.

Double set of F4F-3 and F4F-4 Wildcat from Battle of Midway, Eduard 1/48 scale

gross: €61.79
(net: €50.24 )
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EDU11167 Z-326 Trenér Master DUAL COMBO 1/48.

EDU11167 Z-326 Trenér Master DUAL COMBO 1/48.

Double set Eduard: Z-326M and Z-326MF kits 1/48 scale

gross: €52.71
(net: €42.85 )
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EDU11168 SAMURAI DUAL COMBO 1/48.

EDU11168 SAMURAI DUAL COMBO 1/48.

Double Limited Edition kit  A6M3 Zero Eduard 1/48

gross: €61.82
(net: €50.26 )
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EDU11169 THE ZIPPER 1/48 Limited edition.

EDU11169 THE ZIPPER 1/48 Limited edition.

Model Eduard 1/48 Limited Edition

gross: €54.55
(net: €44.35 )
EDU11170 GUADALCANAL DUAL COMBO 1/48.

EDU11170 GUADALCANAL DUAL COMBO 1/48.

Double kit F4F-4 Wildcat, Eduard 1/48

gross: €76.36
(net: €62.08 )
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EDU11171 RUFE DUAL COMBO 1/48.

EDU11171 RUFE DUAL COMBO 1/48.

Double set Limiteed Edition, A6M2-N Rufe, Eduard 1/48

gross: €76.36
(net: €62.08 )
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EDU11174 MIGHTY EIGHT: 66th Fighter Wing 1/48.

EDU11174 MIGHTY EIGHT: 66th Fighter Wing 1/48.

Limited Edition Mustang kit from Eduarda - 66th Fighter Wing

gross: €40.45
(net: €32.89 )
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EDU11175 WILDER CAT 1/48 Limited Edition.

EDU11175 WILDER CAT 1/48 Limited Edition.

Model Eduard 1/48, limited edition

gross: €36.36
(net: €29.56 )
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EDU8092 P-400 1/48!

EDU8092 P-400 1/48!

Airacobra from Eduard 1/48, Profipack kit.

gross: €25.00
(net: €20.33 )
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EDU8113 Albatros D.V  1/48

EDU8113 Albatros D.V 1/48

Model Albatrosa 1/48, Eduard Profipack.

gross: €30.00
(net: €24.39 )
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EDU8136 Fokker D.VII (OAW) 1/48!
gross: €30.00
(net: €24.39 )
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EDU8188 Fw 190D-9 1/48.

EDU8188 Fw 190D-9 1/48.

Fw-190D-9 kit, Eduard 1/48 profiPack

gross: €29.55
(net: €24.02 )
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EDU8192 Avia B-534 IV serie 1/48.

EDU8192 Avia B-534 IV serie 1/48.

Eduard 1/48 - plastic kit Avia B.534

gross: €29.55
(net: €24.02 )
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EDU8203 Bf 110E  1/48!
gross: €35.45
(net: €28.82 )
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EDU8209 Bf 110C 1/48.

EDU8209 Bf 110C 1/48.

Eduard kit1/48 scale, Profipack

gross: €40.45
(net: €32.89 )
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EDU82101 P-51D-5 Mustang 1/48 Profipack!

EDU82101 P-51D-5 Mustang 1/48 Profipack!

Early version of P-51D Mustang, Eduard 1/48

gross: €33.64
(net: €27.35 )
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EDU82102 P-51D Mustang 1/48!

EDU82102 P-51D Mustang 1/48!

ProfiPACK edition kit of Eduard P-51D D-10 and higher version, 1/48 scale

gross: €30.00
(net: €24.39 )
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EDU82103 F-6D/K 1/48!

EDU82103 F-6D/K 1/48!

F-6D/K Mustang plastic kit, Eduard 1/48

gross: €30.00
(net: €24.39 )
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EDU82111 Bf 109G-6 late series  1/48.

EDU82111 Bf 109G-6 late series 1/48.

Eduard, Messerschmitt Bf 109G-6 in 1/48 scale plastic kit

gross: €32.73
(net: €26.61 )
EDU82115 Bf 109F-2 1/48 Profipack.

EDU82115 Bf 109F-2 1/48 Profipack.

Messerschmitt Bf-109 F-4 from Eduard, scale 1/48.

gross: €32.73
(net: €26.61 )
EDU82118 Bf 109G-14  1/48!

EDU82118 Bf 109G-14 1/48!

1/48 scale plastic kit from Eduard

gross: €26.36
(net: €21.43 )
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EDU82119 Bf 109G-10 Mtt Regensburg  1/48.

EDU82119 Bf 109G-10 Mtt Regensburg 1/48.

Meserschmitt 109 G-10 kit, Eduard Profipack 1/48

gross: €29.55
(net: €24.02 )
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EDU82121 Tempest Mk.V series 1  1/48 Profipack !
gross: €34.09
(net: €27.72 )
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EDU82122 Tempest Mk.V series 2  1/48 Profipack!

EDU82122 Tempest Mk.V series 2 1/48 Profipack!

Tempest Mk V kit with Eduard accessories 1/48

gross: €34.09
(net: €27.72 )
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EDU82125 Tempest Mk.II late version 1/48 Profipack!

EDU82125 Tempest Mk.II late version 1/48 Profipack!

Tempest II kit with accessories 1/48

gross: €34.09
(net: €27.72 )
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EDU82126 Spitfire Mk.Vc TROP 1/48.

EDU82126 Spitfire Mk.Vc TROP 1/48.

Eduard 1/48 - Spitfire Vc trop kit

gross: €40.45
(net: €32.89 )
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