20 Of Best Airplane Model Kits In 2024

TOP 1

COBI Historical Collection AU-1 Corsair American Fighter Plane

COBI
2415
10.60 x 12.60 x 4.70 inches

Our Score

4.9

Product Features

1 pilot figure, as well as a unique display stand
330 High- Components of High Quality
Level of expertise: Intermediate level
Produced in Europe by a family-owned business with over 20 years of experience
Other Brands Of Building Blocks Are Fully Compatible
Easy- Instructions based on illustrations and step-by-step instructions that are easy to understand and follow. Step by Step Instructions
TOP 2

Airfix Quickbuild P-51D Mustang Airplane Brick Building Plastic Model Kit J6016

Airfix Quickbuild
J6016
9.00 x 6.00 x 2.00 inches
0.33 pounds

Our Score

4.85

Product Features

Designed as a push-button, it's quick and easy to use. Fit Construction Model Kit That Takes Only Minutes To Assemble
Collect and build a variety of Quickbuild models, including famous planes, classic cars, super cars, and tanks! This is a fantastic introduction to the world of modeling!
It's Hard To Tell It's A Push-Together Kit Because Of Its Seamless Fit Construction!
Manufacturers of Other Brick Buildings are Compatible.
TOP 3

COBI Armed Forces A-10 Thunderbolt II Warthog Plane Building Blocks Designed to 1

COBI
5812
13.20 x 14.50 x 4.70 inches

Our Score

4.75

Product Features

The Plane's Block Base, as well as the Plate Bearing the Set's Name
568 High- Blocks of Superior Quality
Level of expertise: Intermediate level
Produced in Europe by a company with a 20-year track record of producing high-quality building materials.
Other Brands Of Construction Blocks Are Fully Compatible
Drawings and icons are used to create a clear and intuitive instruction manual.
TOP 4

Airfix WWII Curtiss P-40B Warhawk 1

Airfix
A05130
10.00 x 3.00 x 8.00 inches
0.35 pounds

Our Score

4.7

Product Features

Plastic Model Kit for a 48th Scale WWII Military Aircraft Skill Level: 2 Number of Components: 106
Livery A: P40B Lt. December 1941, George Welch, 47th Ps, 15th Pg, Hawaii
Livery B: Hawk 81- No. 247 (P-) Robert T., 8127) Robert T., 8127) Robert T., 8 Kunming, China, June 1942, Smith, 3rd Squadron (Hell's Angels), American Volunteer Group
On the outside of the box, you'll find a list of the Humbrol paints you'll need.
Painting and construction are both required. Yes, you'll need to buy glue and paint separately.
TOP 5

OPO 10 - 1:100 F-14A Tomcat US Navy VF-84 Military Fighter Aircraft 1981 Pirate Jolly Rogers

OPO 10

Our Score

4.65

Product Features

With Folding Wings, to Be Sure!
Collection of Combat Planes, 1:72 Scale Editions Hachette, n.d., n.d., n.d
The F- The 14 is a legendary military vehicle that also appeared in the Tom Cruise film Top Gun.
Squadron N is a military unit based in the United States. This Tomcat was deployed in Vietnam and the Gulf by the 84th Airborne Division.
TOP 6

Revell 85-8883 1/4 Visible V-8 Engine Plastic Model Kit

Revell
85-8883
22.20 x 16.60 x 4.59 inches
0.02 pounds

Our Score

4.65

Product Features

Ignition Wires Made of Vinyl on a Rubber Fan Belt
Pistons are moved by turning a hand crank.
For construction purposes, a screwdriver is included.
Display Stand is included.
Instructions for Putting It Together are Illustrated
TOP 7

Premium Hobbies P-51D Blue Nose 1

PH Premium Hobbies

Our Score

4.55

Product Features

Scale of 72 Wingspan of about 6"
Includes: Model Kit No. 1
The art of painting
Plastic Parts with a Lot of Detail
Included are three different sets of decals.
TOP 8

Revell 1:48 P - 51D Mustang

Revell
85-5241
12.00 x 7.50 x 1.80 inches
0.01 pounds

Our Score

4.55

Product Features

Lift- Access to the engine panel and the wing machine gun
There are a total of 49 pieces in this set that have been realistically molded.
Markings for two aircraft on a single decal sheet
Instructions for Putting It Together are Illustrated
TOP 9

Revell B17G Flying Fortress 1

Revell
85-5600
21.00 x 15.00 x 11.00 inches
0.02 pounds

Our Score

4.55

Product Features

With raised panel lines, there are 148 parts in silver, black, and clear.
Gun turrets, landing gear, and wheels are all detailed, as is the interior framing.
Engine Fronts and Cowlings are meticulously detailed. Nose and chin turrets are correct, and the cockpit is detailed with an instrument panel, seats, and controls.
Bomb Bay with Bomb Racks, Bombs, and Positionable Bomb Doors is detailed.
Instructions for Putting It Together are Illustrated
TOP 10

Premium Hobbies Bf 109 G-14 Black Tulip 1

PH Premium Hobbies

Our Score

4.5

Product Features

Scale of 72 Wingspan of about 6"
Includes: Model Kit No. 1
The art of painting
Plastic Parts with a Lot of Detail
Included are three different sets of decals.
TOP 11

COBI Historical Collection Boeing B-17F Flying Fortress Memphis Belle Plane

COBI
5707
25.60 x 2.60 x 12.60 inches
3.62 pounds

Our Score

4.45

Product Features

Figure exclusive to the pilot
920 Blocks of Excellent Quality
Produced in Europe by a company with a 20-year history of producing high-quality construction blocks.
Other Brands Of Construction Blocks Are Fully Compatible
Drawings and icons are used to create a clear and intuitive instruction manual.
TOP 12

Revell Corsair F4U-4 1: 48 Scale

Revell
85-5248
12.00 x 7.50 x 1.80 inches
0.01 pounds

Our Score

4.4

Product Features

With highly detailed parts, it's been painstakingly recreated.
The propeller rotates, the gear bay doors open and close, the landing gear retracts, and the tail hook moves.
Two Versions of Waterslide Decals
Instructions for Putting It Together are Illustrated
Cockpit with Separate Pilot Figure Detailed Cockpit with Separate Pilot Figure
TOP 13

Revell 1: 48 B25J Mitchell

Revell
85-5512
18.00 x 8.00 x 12.00 inches
0.01 pounds

Our Score

4.4

Product Features

Figures of the Crew in Detail
Features: Weighted tires and machine guns mounted in a glass nose
Waterslide Decals are a type of decal that is used to decorate
Instructions for Putting It Together are Illustrated
Light Gray And Clear Plastic Molded in 138 Pieces
TOP 14

Tamiya Models Vought F4U-1A Corsair Model Kit

TAMIYA
TM61070
8.28 x 10.25 x 4.01 inches
0.62 pounds

Our Score

4.3

Product Features

There are two figures included in this model.
The kit includes a detailed cockpit, engine, and wheel wells that are boxed in.
Airplanes in 1/48th Scale
TOP 15

Revell 1:72 SR-71A Blackbird

Revell
85-5810
16.00 x 9.00 x 2.50 inches
0.03 pounds

Our Score

4.3

Product Features

Figures of a pilot and an observer in a seated position are included.
Reproduction in Great Detail
Waterslide Decals For Usaf With Markings
Includes the letter D. Reconnaissance Drone with Ground Trolley (21 Reconnaissance Drone with Ground Trolley)
Instructions for Putting It Together are Illustrated
TOP 16

Airfix 1:72 Supermarine Spitfire Mk1a/Messerschmitt Bf109E-4 Gift Set

Airfix
A50135
0.51 pounds

Our Score

4.25

Product Features

Plastic Scale Model Kit in 72 Scale
Level of expertise: 2 (where 1 is for a novice and 4 is for a seasoned modeler)
The total number of parts is: Messerschmitt 64 (Spitfire 36)
All of the paints, adhesives, and brushes you'll need are included.
TOP 17

Revell 1:48 A10 Warthog

Revell
85-5521
18.00 x 8.00 x 12.00 inches
0.01 pounds

Our Score

4.25

Product Features

Figure of a Pilot in a Realistic Uniform
A Cockpit With A Boarding Ladder And A Clear Canopy is a highly detailed cockpit with a boarding ladder and a clear canopy.
Waterslide Decals And Painting Instructions For Two Planes
Instructions for Putting It Together are Illustrated
Plastic Parts Number 167
TOP 18

Revell 1:48 Spitfire MKII

Revell
85-5239
12.00 x 7.50 x 1.80 inches
0.01 pounds

Our Score

4.15

Product Features

The Canopy Can Be Opened Or Closed
Cockpit with highly detailed instrument panel, seat, control stick, rudder pedals, and bulkheads
Two Versions of Waterslide Decals
Instructions for Putting It Together are Illustrated
Olive Drab and Clear Molded Parts With Fine Raised Panel Lines 34 Parts
TOP 19

Revell 1:48 SBD Dauntless

Revell
85-5249
12.00 x 7.50 x 1.80 inches
0.01 pounds

Our Score

4.05

Product Features

Landing gear that retracts and wing flaps that move
A Beautifully Scribed Model Replica With Impressive Details
Two Versions of Waterslide Decals
Figures of a pilot, a gunner, a deckhand, and a signal officer are included in this set.
Instructions for Putting It Together are Illustrated
TOP 20

Airfix A01005 Mitsubishi Zero Model Building Kit

Airfix
A01005
5.00 x 6.50 x 3.00 inches
0.20 pounds

Our Score

3.95

Product Features

Plastic Scale Model Kit in 72 Scale
Level of expertise: 1 (where 1 denotes a novice modeler and 4 denotes a seasoned modeler)
The total number of parts is: