Bristol F2B
Bristol F2B J6790, World War I.
Scale 1:144 Wingspan 3.26" (83 mm)
Base size 4" (100 mm) square (No. 1)
Weight not including base 1.2 ozs (35 grams)
Total number of models produced 400
A rugged "fighter-reconnaissance" aircraft from WWI known by aircrew
as the 'Biff' it acquired a fearsome reputation with German pilots. The
aircraft featured is painted in European theatre green, with clear doped
canvas. Over 3000 had entered service by the end of the WWI, the F2B continued
with the RAF after the war the last examples being withdrawn from service
in 1932.
