Trumpeter 01633 Vickers Wellington GR.MK XIV Coastal Patrol Scale Kit  [TP01633]

Trumpeter 01633 Vickers Wellington GR.MK XIV Scale Kit Overview

The Vickers Wellington GR Mk XIV played a key role in WWII maritime patrols. Fitted with ASV Mk III radar and the Leigh Light, it excelled at locating enemy submarines; the nose turret was sometimes removed to make room for the radar, with crews occasionally painting a turret outline to preserve the aircraft's appearance. Powered by the Hercules engine rated at 1,735 hp, these Wellingtons operated from bomber Command airfields along England's southern coast.

Trumpeter's 1:72 rendition of the Wellington GR Mk XIV gives hobbyists a faithful assembly experience. The model reflects the real aircraft dimensions, with an 86.2 foot wingspan and 64.6 foot length rendered at scale, and the kit contains 205 plastic components for a detailed final model.

Tips for Assembly and Display

This kit suits modellers comfortable with moderate complexity, due to the number of small parts and careful alignment needed. The model captures maritime fittings such as the chin radome for the ASV MK III radar, enhancing display realism. Decal sheets allow you to finish either No. 304 Squadron or No. 458 Squadron aircraft to match historical examples.