1/72 Academy Models Prop Aircraft

Academy Models 1/72 Scale Propeller Aircraft Collection

Academy Models has established itself as a premier manufacturer of 1/72 scale propeller aircraft kits, offering exceptional value through precision engineering, comprehensive detail, and affordable pricing. Each kit features finely engraved panel lines and rivet details for realistic surface texture, detailed cockpit interiors with instrument panels and crew positions, realistic landing gear assemblies with proper strut details, optional position components including canopies and control surfaces, authentic weapons loadouts and external stores, and comprehensive decal sheets offering multiple marking options from specific squadrons and operational theaters. Academy's commitment to accuracy and buildability makes these kits ideal for both experienced modelers and those new to aircraft modeling.

American Heavy Bombers

The legendary B-17F Memphis Belle represents the famous 8th Air Force bomber with detailed bomb bay, turret positions, and authentic nose art. The B-17G Flying Fortress Special Nose Art Edition features the later variant with chin turret and multiple nose art options. The USAAF B-17E Pacific Theater represents early-war operations with authentic markings.

The massive B-29A Enola Gay & Bockscar includes both atomic bomb-carrying aircraft with Little Boy and Fat Man weapons, detailed pressurized fuselage, and remote-controlled turrets. The B-29A Old Battler USAAF Bomber represents conventional bombing operations with comprehensive markings. The USAAF B-24H Liberator Zodiac features the distinctive high-wing design and twin tail configuration.

American Patrol and Reconnaissance Aircraft

The versatile PBY-5A Black Cat amphibian features the night fighter configuration with detailed hull construction and retractable landing gear. The PBY-5A Battle of Midway USN represents the famous patrol bomber in historic markings. The USN PBM5A Mariner patrol bomber features detailed twin engines and movable control surfaces. The USN PV-1 Patrol Bomber represents the land-based patrol aircraft.

American Carrier Aircraft

The distinctive gull-wing F4U-1 Corsair features detailed cockpit, powerful radial engine, and authentic Navy markings. The F6F-3/5 Hellcat represents the Navy's most successful carrier fighter with detailed cockpit and folding wings. The compact F-4F Wildcat early-war fighter features folding wings and detailed landing gear. The TBF-1 Avenger torpedo bomber features detailed bomb bay and crew positions. The U.S. Navy SB2C-4 Operation Iceberg dive bomber represents the Helldiver in Okinawa operations.

P-51 Mustang Variants

The legendary Mustang appears in multiple variants including the P-51B Mustang razorback variant with detailed Packard Merlin engine, the P-51C Mustang with Malcolm hood canopy, and the iconic P-51D Mustang bubble-canopy variant with detailed cockpit and authentic 8th Air Force markings. These kits capture the Mustang's sleek lines and powerful inline engine.

P-47 Thunderbolt Variants

The rugged Republic fighter appears in multiple configurations including the P-47D Thunderbolt Razorback with distinctive spine, the P-47D Bubble Top with clear-view canopy, and the P-47D Thunderbolt EILEEN with specific nose art. The P-47D/F-84E Gabreski combo kit honors ace pilot Francis Gabreski with both his WWII and Korean War aircraft.

P-40 Warhawk Variants

The versatile Curtiss fighter appears in multiple variants including the P-40B Tomahawk early variant with RAF markings, the P-40E Warhawk with improved armament, and the P-40M/N Warhawk late-war variants with detailed Allison engines and authentic markings.

British Fighter Aircraft

The Spitfire Mk.XIV-C represents the late-war variant with powerful Griffon engine and bubble canopy. The Hawker Typhoon Mk.IB ground attack fighter features the distinctive chin radiator and rocket rails. The Hawker Tempest V represents the refined development with detailed Sabre engine and comprehensive weapons options.

German Fighter Aircraft

The Messerschmitt Bf 109 appears in multiple variants including the Messerschmitt Bf109G-6 with detailed DB 605 engine and authentic Luftwaffe markings, and the BF-109G-14 Messerschmitt late-war variant with Erla Haube canopy. The Focke Wulf FW190A-6/8 represents the radial-engine fighter with detailed BMW 801 engine and comprehensive weapons options.

German Ground Attack Aircraft

The legendary Stuka appears in tank-buster variants including the JU-87G-1 Stuka Tank Buster with underwing 37mm cannons and the JU87G-2 Stuka KANONEN VOGEL with detailed anti-tank armament. The Fieseler Fi-156 Storch liaison aircraft features detailed strut work and STOL capabilities.

Japanese Fighter Aircraft

The Mitsubishi A6M5C Zero-Sen Type 52C represents the late-war carrier fighter with enhanced armament, detailed cockpit, and authentic Imperial Japanese Navy markings.

WWI Biplane Fighters

The Sopwith Camel WWI Fighter represents the legendary British fighter with accurately reproduced biplane construction, detailed rigging, and rotary engine. The SPAD XIII WWI Fighter features the French-designed fighter with detailed strut work and authentic markings.

Post-War Aircraft

The OV-10A Bronco counter-insurgency aircraft features twin-boom design, detailed cockpit, and comprehensive weapons options representing Vietnam-era operations.

Complementary Products and Resources

Enhance your Academy propeller aircraft builds with products from our 1/72 Microscale Aftermarket Parts collection featuring additional decal options. Explore our 1/72 Academy Models Jet Aircraft collection for modern subjects, or discover larger-scale kits in our 1/48 Tamiya Prop Aircraft collection. Add authentic pilot and crew figures from our 1/48 Figures collection to complete your displays.

Visit the official Academy Models website for complete product catalogs, assembly instructions, painting guides, and historical references to help you achieve professional results with your propeller aircraft models.