AV-8B Harrier II 1/72 aircraft model - Italeri 90193

The Italeri 90193 model kit reproduces the AV-8B Harrier II at 1/72 scale, a modern American combat aircraft famous for its V/STOL (short takeoff and vertical landing) capabilities. Designed for modelers wishing to represent an iconic aircraft of naval aviation and close air support, this kit reaches a length of 19 cm when completed.

The AV-8B Harrier II is a multirole attack and close air support aircraft developed through cooperation between the British and American aerospace industries. It represents a significant evolution of the Harrier family, designed around the ability to operate from confined spaces. This capability allows it to be used from aircraft carriers lacking catapults, amphibious assault ships, or minimally prepared airstrips.

Widely used by the United States Marine Corps, the Harrier II combines deployment flexibility with operational versatility. Its mission can encompass ground attack, close air support for ground forces, or air defense, depending on the armament carried. In its actual configuration, the aircraft can be equipped with air-to-air missiles, air-to-ground missiles, and guided bombs. These characteristics make the Harrier a particularly interesting subject for a contemporary military aircraft model, whether displayed on its own or integrated into a flight deck, airbase, or operational area setting.

This Italeri model is rated Skill 2 for difficulty. It comes with full-color assembly instructions and a decal sheet allowing you to build four different versions . The figure shown in some images is not included. The 1/72 scale offers an excellent balance between detailed presentation, compact size, and the ability to build a cohesive collection of modern fighter jets.

The markings are essential for recreating the operational appearance of an AV-8B Harrier II. Italeri suggests several recommended colors, including military grays, black, white, green, red, light brown, aluminum, and gunmetal. These colors allow for the creation of the characteristic surfaces of modern tactical aircraft, with their panels, metal areas, and signaling details.

For a realistic result, the model can be enhanced by careful preparation of the parts, precise assembly, and a gradual application of paint. Decals then provide the markings specific to each version. A light, judicious weathering can highlight the panel lines and the most exposed areas on a carrier-based aircraft or one used from operational bases.

With its unique historical and technical subject matter, the Italeri AV-8B Harrier II 90193 is a model of choice for fans of modern military aviation, the US Marine Corps, carrier-based aircraft and vertical takeoff aircraft.

• Brand: Italeri
• Reference: 90193
• Type: Modern fighter jet model kit
• Subject: AV-8B Harrier II
• Scale: 1/72
• Level: Skill 2
• Assembled model length: 19 cm
• Decals: 4 versions
• Note: Instructions in color
• Figurine: not included
• Box dimensions: 290 x 190 x 45 mm