COBI Hawker Hurricane MK. 1 Fighter: Set #5728
Build a Battle of Britain Legend
Recreate one of World War II's most heroic aircraft with the COBI Hawker Hurricane Mk.I Fighter Set #5728. This beautifully detailed 382-piece building block set brings to life the legendary British fighter that played a crucial role in defending Britain during its darkest hour.
Key Features:
- 382 Premium Pieces - High-quality COBI blocks with pad-printed details (no stickers required)
- 1:32 Scale Authenticity - Accurate representation measuring 11.4" long, 15.2" wide, and 3.7" high
- Pilot Figure Included - Complete RAF pilot minifigure for authentic display
- Movable Components - Functional propeller, retractable landing gear, and opening cockpit
- Display Stand - Showcase your completed model with pride
- Ages 7+ - Perfect for young builders and experienced collectors alike
About the Hawker Hurricane Mk.I:
The Hawker Hurricane Mk.I was Britain's first monoplane fighter and the RAF's frontline defender during the Battle of Britain in 1940. Designed by Sydney Camm and produced by Hawker Aircraft Ltd., the Hurricane was responsible for more enemy aircraft kills during the Battle of Britain than all other defenses combined. While the Spitfire often gets the glory, the Hurricane was the true workhorse of Fighter Command, with over 1,700 in service by 1940. Its rugged construction, excellent maneuverability, and stable gun platform made it a favorite among pilots.
Perfect for: WWII aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, COBI collectors, and builders ages 7+
Honor the brave pilots who defended Britain and add this iconic fighter to your collection today!
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At a Glance: Hurricane IIb
Engine: Merlin XX
Power: Indicated: 950 HP
Take-off: 1,280 HP
Advantages:
• Simple to control;
• Easy to maintain in field conditions;
• Reliable and stable in flight.
Armament:
• 12 x .303 machine guns
Disadvantages:
• Insufficient cockpit visibility;
• Inferior to contemporary enemy fighters.
Pilot Notes:
Take-Off Speed: 150 km/h / 85 kts
Landing Speed: 145 km/h / 80 kts
Combat Engine Setting: 3,000 RPM
Best Cruise: 2,650 RPM
Economy Cruise: 2,500 RPM
Prop Pitch Control: Manual
Mixture Control: Manual
Boost: No
Supercharger: Two-Speed • Hurricane is generally inferior to all 1941 fighters, and inadequate against all 1942 and later fighters. It is mostly effective against bombers or as a ground attack plane.
• Hurricane has regretful acceleration and dive characteristics, therefore should generally
be used in horizontal combat.
• Be aware that all instrumentation in the Hurricane is not metric but imperial, therefore you will need to learn to convert feet to meters and mile to kilometers when flying on
instruments. Hurricane is a rather stable gunnery platform with armament sufficient to bring down any target at ranges under 300 meters.
• Supercharger speeds should be set to speed 2 in combat or in climb if boost is 2-5 psi
below max; otherwise use speed 1.
• Best performance altitude is between 1,500 and 2,800 meters for speed 1 and
4,500 and 6,500 for speed 2.
• Worst performance between 3,000 and 4,500 meters (IL2 Aircraft Guide)