Sopwith F.1 Camel w/Bentley, 1/72 - Roden 053

The Sopwith F.1 Camel w/Bentley from Roden, reference 053, is a 1/72 scale plastic model kit representing the famous British biplane fighter of the First World War in a configuration equipped with a Bentley engine.

The Sopwith F.1 Camel was one of the most iconic British fighter aircraft of the conflict. Its compact silhouette, upper wing with a central cut-out and two machine guns installed in front of the pilot make it an immediately recognisable subject in a collection dedicated to 1914-1918 aviation.

This Roden reference allows you to reproduce a version of the Camel associated with the Bentley engine. In 1/72 scale, it is a suitable project for building a detailed historical aircraft without the space requirements of a larger scale.

As with any biplane model from this period, careful preparation of the parts, alignment of the wings and representation of the rigging greatly contribute to the final result. Dry-fitting the main sub-assemblies before gluing helps to check the aircraft’s geometry. Applying a fine primer coat then facilitates painting and preparation of the markings.

The model requires glue and paints, to be selected according to the chosen colour scheme and the instructions.

• Brand: Roden
• Reference: 053
• Type: military aircraft model kit to assemble
• Subject: Sopwith F.1 Camel with Bentley engine
• Scale: 1/72
• Period represented: First World War
• Material: plastic