Victory at Sea Royal Navy Gloster Gladiator Flights (Plastic)
The Gloster Gladiator was one of the last biplane fighters to serve in front-line combat, proving its worth during the early years of World War II. Though quickly outclassed by modern monoplane designs, the Fleet Air Arm operated Gladiators from Royal Navy carriers and land bases, using them for convoy defense, air patrols, and intercepting enemy bombers. Their rugged design and agility allowed them to remain in service in the Mediterranean, North Africa, and Norway.
Features:
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Fleet Air Arm carrier-based fighter: Used for fleet air defense and interception.
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Includes multiple flight models: Represents Gloster Gladiator squadrons in naval engagements.
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Highly detailed plastic sculpts: Ideal for Victory at Sea wargaming.
Why Choose the Royal Navy Gloster Gladiator Flights?
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Key early-war fighter for the Royal Navy: A staple of British naval aviation before monoplane replacements.
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Great for convoy defense and fleet actions: Perfect for historical early-war battles.
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Expands air capabilities in Victory at Sea: Provides additional air cover for Royal Navy forces.
Product Info:
This set includes multiple plastic flight stands representing Royal Navy Gloster Gladiator fighter formations. Requires assembly and painting. Supplied unpainted with waterslide decals included. Compatible with Victory at Sea wargaming rules.
About the Aircraft:
The Gloster Gladiator, introduced in 1937, was a biplane fighter that saw combat in Europe, the Mediterranean, and North Africa. Armed with four .303 Browning machine guns, it could effectively engage enemy bombers and early-war fighters. Despite its outdated design, it played a crucial role in the defense of Malta, where Royal Navy Gladiators, famously nicknamed Faith, Hope, and Charity, fought off Axis air raids.
About the Model:
This Victory at Sea set accurately depicts Gladiator flights in action, with aircraft posed in fighter interception formations. Whether for historical wargaming, dioramas, or display collections, these biplane fighters bring early-war authenticity and strategic versatility to your Royal Navy fleet.
