Aermacchi MB326H (RAAF Weapons Trainer)

Product code HPL07206

Aermacchi


Scale 1 : 72

Publisher/Brand High Planes Models

Category Scale Modelling Kits

Subcategory Model accessories » Detailsets

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Mind: this product is an accessory to an existing or to a yet to be assembled scalemodel. The scalemodel is not included and needs to be ordered separately.

Product description

The RAAF operated the Aermacchi MB-326H from 1967 to 2001 in primary and advanced trainer roles. Initially the RAAF used the "Macchi" for all-through jet training, but this idea was abandoned after two courses. The primary trainer role reverted to the Winjeel and the Macchi was used for advanced jet training. The RAN used the Macchi for advanced jet training.

To help develop pilot weaponry skills, the RAAF & RAN fitted the GE SUU-11/A 7.62 Minigun pod and Mk12 Light Series Bomb Carriers (LSBC) to the Macchi. The weapons could be carried symmetrically or assymmetrically.  The Mk 12 LSBC were usually loaded with four BDU/33 Mk 76 25lb practice bombs, but were often used unloaded as removing the carriers was a long process.

This detail set includes weapons and markings for six airframes that are known to have been used as weapons trainers, based on photographic evidence. The markings include two aircraft from 2 Operational Conversion Unit and one from 76 Squadron.  This set includes additional code letters if you wish to model another airframe.

Detail set includes:

  • SUU-11/A 7.62mm Gun Pods x 2 (3D Print)
  • LSBC Mk 12 x 2 (resin)
  • BDU-33 25lb Practice Bombs x 8 (resin) 
  • Decals for 3 RAAF aircraft
We recommend combining this set with accessory set HPA072053 Aermacchi MB-326 Details. The set includes Martin Baker MB6 ejector seats x 2 , flaps and shrouded Australian pattern nose wheel.

Scale: 1:72

Materials: 3D Printed Polymer, Resin & silkscreen decals

Decal Options: RAAF x 3

 

 



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