Italian S.79 Sparviero (1:48 Scale)

Italian S.79 Sparviero (1:48 Scale)

Build your own realistic 1:48 scale aircraft with this high-quality plastic model kit. Designed with accuracy in mind, it features finely detailed parts that closely replicate the original prototype.

Plastic kit building is a great hobby for both kids and adults alike and care must be taken when removing any parts from the sprues during construction. This kit will give you hours of entertainment and building it is only half the fun, it will need painting too.

Features:

• 1:48 Scale Model
• The completed model measures 325mm long
• Detailed plastic model kit of the Savoia-Marchetti SM.79 Sparviero (Italeri 2844)
• Iconic WWII Italian three-engine medium bomber and torpedo strike aircraft
• Famous for Mediterranean anti-shipping operations and long operational service
• Distinctive dorsal hump design with accurate airframe detailing

What’s in the Box:

Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout guide, and decals.

Details:

Bring one of the most distinctive Italian aircraft of World War II to your collection with the Italeri Savoia-Marchetti SM.79 Sparviero Bomber (2844). This iconic three-engine medium bomber was originally developed in the 1930s as a fast transport aircraft before evolving into one of the Regia Aeronautica’s most important combat platforms. Instantly recognisable by its “humpback” fuselage and tri-motor layout, the SM.79 became famous for its speed, versatility, and success as a torpedo bomber in the Mediterranean Theatre.

During WWII, the Sparviero served in multiple roles including bombing, reconnaissance, and maritime strike missions. Despite limited defensive armament, it gained a strong reputation among crews for its performance and was widely used in anti-shipping operations, where it achieved notable success against Allied naval targets. Its long service life and operational flexibility made it one of the most important Italian aircraft of the conflict.

This detailed plastic model kit accurately recreates the SM.79’s distinctive airframe, including its characteristic dorsal “hump,” triple-engine configuration, and finely detailed surface structure. Designed for experienced modellers, it offers a rewarding build with authentic proportions and historically accurate markings.