RAF B.E. 2c, 1/48 - Roden 426

The RAF B.E.2c Roden 426 is an aircraft model kit to be assembled at 1/48, depicting the Royal Aircraft Factory B.E.2c, a British two-seat biplane from the First World War. This Roden reference lets you recreate an iconic aircraft from the early days of British military aviation.

The Royal Aircraft Factory B.E.2c

The B.E.2c was an evolution of the B.E.2 family designed by the Royal Aircraft Factory. It entered service with the Royal Flying Corps in 1914 and was notably used for reconnaissance and observation missions. Its design emphasized in-flight stability—an important quality at the time to enable the crew to observe enemy positions and relay their information.

With its fabric-covered airframe, its two wing planes, and its fixed landing gear, the B.E.2c perfectly illustrates the layout of early 20th-century military aircraft. It makes an excellent subject for a collection dedicated to British aviation or Great War machines.

The Roden 1/48 scale model

At the 1/48 scale, every dimension of the real aircraft is reduced by a factor of 48. This scale provides a satisfying representation of the distinctive structure of a First World War biplane, with its wings, struts, crew cockpit area, and network of rigging wires.

Assembling an aircraft from this period requires careful preparation of the parts and special attention to aligning the wings and struts. Rigging installation is an important step in reproducing the B.E.2c’s scale appearance.

Assembly and finishing

To build and decorate the model, you will need adhesive suitable for plastic model kits, cutting and fine sanding tools, as well as scale modelling paints. Applying a primer generally makes painting easier and helps you check the condition of the assemblies before finishing.

First World War fabric-covered aircraft are particularly well-suited to working with different tones, highlighting surface reliefs, and applying a light weathering. With a controlled finish, you can emphasize the fabric-covered surfaces, mechanical components, and structural details.

Technical features

• Brand : Roden
• Reference : 426
• Type : aircraft model kit to be assembled
• Subject : Royal Aircraft Factory B.E.2c
• Scale : 1/48
• Period depicted : First World War