Liore & Olivier 45 - Heller Museum, 1/72 - Heller 80398

The model Lioré & Olivier 45 Heller Museum 1/72, reference 80398, reproduces the LeO 45, a French twin-engine propeller bomber from the Second World War period. Offered by Heller in its Heller Museum range, it allows you to create a static representation of this iconic French aviation aircraft.

The Lioré and Olivier LeO 45, often referred to as the LeO 451, was designed as a modern medium bomber in the late 1930s. Its streamlined silhouette, slender fuselage, two engines, and distinctive tailplane make it a particularly popular subject among enthusiasts of French military aviation.

Made at the 1/72 scale, this plastic kit reduces every dimension of the real aircraft by a factor of 72. The dimensions given for the assembled model are 312 mm and 238 mm. This scale is suitable for display in a glass case as well as for inclusion in an aeronautical diorama.

The Heller Museum collection brings together reissues of the brand’s historic model kits. The first Heller Museum models were developed starting in 1964 under the technical direction of Roland de Narbonne, following research and reconstruction work dedicated to the aircraft depicted.

As with any plastic model kit to be assembled, preparing the parts, using suitable glue, applying a primer, and then painting all contribute to the quality of the finish. Decals are best applied to a smooth, varnished surface to ensure neat markings. A light weathering effect can then be considered depending on the presentation look you want.

Technical features :

• Brand : Heller
• Reference : 80398
• Type : assemble-it-yourself airplane model kit
• Subject : Lioré & Olivier LeO 45
• Scale : 1/72
• Material : plastic
• Dimensions given for the model : 312 x 238 mm
• Period depicted : Second World War

Glue, paints, and assembly tools are not included with this model kit and can be selected according to each modeler’s preferences.