Italeri 2697S AD-4 Skyraider 1/48 Scale Kit  [IT-2697S]

AD-4 Skyraider History and 1/48 Scale Kit

The Italeri 2697S AD-4 Skyraider model kit recreates a rugged piston‑engine attack plane that continued frontline service well into the jet era. This 1/48 scale release focuses on accurate proportions and surface detail, making it a satisfying project for modellers who enjoy careful assembly and painting. The Skyraider earned a reputation for excellent low speed handling and heavy payload capacity, traits that made it valuable in close support and ground attack roles.

France operated more than a hundred Skyraiders, notably during the Algerian conflict, where these aircraft supplemented older types such as the T-6 Texan. The kit enables builders to represent Skyraiders flown by a range of operators, including former French colony air arms like Chad and Gabon. The Italeri 2697S provides the parts needed to build a neat, displayable replica of this versatile aircraft.