Airfix 04065 De Havilland Mosquito PR XVI
- Stock: In Stock
- Model: TAS024929
Series 4 aircraft - New parts, new schemes
The Mosquito's greatest attribute was its speed and though it was developed as a high-speed, unarmed bomber, the fact it could outpace fighter aircraft of the day made it an attractive proposition for military reconnaissance. The second Mosquito prototype was a photo reconnaissance variant and it was the first Mosquito to be taken on charge by the RAF as a PR Mosquito, vital to the British war effort.
The months prior to the D-Day landings saw the introduction of the upgraded Mosquito PR Mk.XVI variant, the most effective photo reconnaissance aircraft in the skies at that time. These Mosquitoes could go anywhere and see everything, and the Germans hated them. Specialist Luftwaffe units were established specifically to challenge Mosquito reconnaissance incursions. However, it wasn't until the introduction of rocket and jet powered aircraft that they had much hope of success.
Scale: 1:72
Length mm: 174
Width mm: 229
Pieces: 142
Skill level: 2
Flying hours: 2
