The Royal Navy's primary torpedo bomber of the Second World War, the Swordfish, despite its obsolescence, proved to be an effective anti-submarine and torpedo bomber right up until the end of hostilities in 1945. In fact, the Swordfish went on to outlive its intended replacement, the Albacore, in Royal Navy Service.
Involved in such famous actions as the Taranto raid, the Bismarck operation and the Channel Dash, the vulnerable but effective Swordfish firmly cemented its place in aviation folklore.
Initially, the Swordfish operated from the large fleet carriers. Later it operated from escort carriers, and were very effective against U-boats. The nickname 'Stringbag' indicated the versatility of the Swordfish, which could carry an unlikely combination of loads, but also referred to its jungle of bracing wires, which belonged to a past age.
The Swordfish remained operational until the end of the war, gaining the distinction of being the last biplane to see active service.
The Airfix kit contains a folding wing option.
Specification
Model Scale 1:72
Number of Parts 125
Dimensions (mm)L154 x W193
Skill Level 3
Flying Hours 3
Requires Painting Yes
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11 Silver
16 Gold
24 Trainer Yellow
27 Sea Grey
31 Slate Grey
33 Matt Black
49 Matt Varnish
61 Flesh
62 Leather
53 Gunmetal
64 Light Grey
56 Aluminium
74 Linen
78 Cockpit Green
85 Coal Black
129 US Gull Grey
109 WW1 Blue
171 Antique Bronze
123 Extra Dark Sea Grey
224 Dark Slate Grey
164 Dark Sea Grey