AV-8B Harrier II, 1/18 - Hobby Boss 81804

The AV-8B Harrier II Hobby Boss 81804 snap-together kit reproduces at a scale of 1/18 the famous short take-off and vertical landing attack aircraft from the Harrier family. Once built, this very large-format reference measures approximately 80.6 cm in length with a 51.4 cm wingspan.

The subject being reproduced

The AV-8B Harrier II is a ground-attack aircraft developed by McDonnell Douglas based on the original British Harrier. Its STOVL capability, for Short Take-Off and Vertical Landing, allows it to operate from short runways and adapted naval facilities. This special configuration, combined with its swiveling nozzles, makes the Harrier II an iconic subject in modern military aviation.

The Hobby Boss 1/18 scale model

Reference 81804 is a large-size kit designed for enthusiasts who want to depict the Harrier II at a particularly impressive scale. The model includes more than 280 parts and combines ABS plastic with metal and rubber pneumatic components.

The 1/18 scale reduces each dimension of the real aircraft by a factor of 18. With more than 80 cm of length once assembled, this Harrier is an excellent centerpiece for display on a shelf, in a showcase, or as part of a contemporary aviation diorama.

Assembly and finishing

Assembly uses kit parts, screws, and springs. Careful preparation of the components before assembly helps you achieve a neat result: removing burrs from the parts, doing dry-fits, and carefully handling sub-assemblies are particularly useful for a model of this size.

Painting helps to highlight structural lines, mechanical areas, and landing gear details. Applying a suitable primer, followed by fine paints and controlled weathering, is an effective approach to enhance realism. Included decals and stickers complete the final decoration.

Known contents

• Main kit: AV-8B Harrier II
• More than 280 parts
• Screws
• Springs
• Rubber tires
• Decals and stickers
• Instruction manual

Technical features

• Brand: Hobby Boss
• Reference: 81804
• Type: military aircraft model kit to assemble
• Subject: AV-8B Harrier II
• Scale: 1/18
• Materials: ABS plastic, metal and rubber
• Number of parts: more than 280
• Length (built): approximately 80.6 cm
• Wingspan (built): approximately 51.4 cm

Complementary products

For assembly and finishing, have precision tools ready, glue suitable for model kits, paints, primer, fine abrasive paper, and weathering products depending on the desired finish.