Italeri 2801 - 1/48 Fiat CR.42 Battle of Britain 80th Anniversary Display Kit  [IT-2801S]

Italeri 2801 - 1/48 Fiat CR.42 Battle of Britain collector kit

The Italeri 1/48 Fiat CR.42 captures the look and engineering of an interwar biplane fighter. Evolved from the C.R.32, the CR.42 "Falco" combined alloy, steel and canvas construction with a fixed undercarriage and open cockpit. Power came from the supercharged air-cooled Fiat A.74 radial engine, with reported top speeds around 400 km/h.

Period background and modelling appeal

Serving with the Corpo Aereo Italiano during the Battle of Britain, the Fiat CR.42 was noted for its turning ability even when facing faster monoplanes like the Hawker Hurricane. This kit reproduces the silhouette and character of the type, making it a rewarding subject for collectors interested in Second World War aviation.

Construction notes and display potential

The Italeri kit offers a level of detail suited to modellers who enjoy careful assembly. Small components and rigging require patience and steady hands, but the finished model presents well on a shelf or in a display case alongside other 1/48 scale fighters.