Model Aircraft Kits
Discover a huge range of model aircraft kits including model jet kits, bi-plane kits and model helicopter kits at Hobbies Direct. Enjoy building everything from modern to nostalgic aircraft, spaceships and satellite model kits. If you have questions speak to our experienced model kit builders who range from scale model specialists to highly creative model kit builders that add more elements and truly customise their models.
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- Tamiya 1/32 McDonnell Douglas F-15J Eagle Jet Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $141.93
was $169.92Save $27 - Revell 1/72 Lockheed Martin F-22A Raptor Scaled Plastic Model Starter Kit
Now $78.42
was $89.99Save $11 - Tamiya 1/72 Silver Plated Mitsubishi A6M5/5A Zero Zeke Fighter Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $72.45
was $85.23Save $12 - Trumpeter 1/32 USAF A-7D Corsair II Jet Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $141.65
was $156.02Save $14 - Italeri 1/48 Tornado GR.1/IDS Gulf War Fighter Jet Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $72.57
was $80.63Save $8.06 - Italeri 1/48 P-38J Lightning European Theatre Operations Fighter Plane Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $69.59
was $81.87Save $12 - Revell 1/288 Airbus A380-800 Plane Gift Set Scaled Plastic Model Starter Kit
Now $64.91
was $74.99Save $10 - Trumpeter 1/48 Fairy Fulmar Mk.1 Fighter Plastic Model Kit [05822]
Now $67.19
was $79.05Save $11 - Airfix 1/48 Westland Lynx AH-7 Helicopter Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $49.99
was $84.99Save 41% - Trumpeter 1/48 EKA-3B Skywarrior Strategic Bomber Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $106.19
was $124.93Save $18 - Fujimi 1/72 IJN Aichi Type 99 Carrier Dive Bomber Model 11/22 Aircraft Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $53.21
was $62.60Save $9.39 - Revell 1/48 Panavia Tornado IDS "50 Years Edition" Fighter Jet Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $93.74
was $124.99Save 25% - Airfix 1/48 Westland Sea King HC.4 Helicopter Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $102.47
was $120.54Save $18 - Revell 1/72 Eurocopter Tiger "Golden Eye" James Bond 007 Gift Set Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $59.52
was $70.02Save $10 - Academy 1/72 USN PBY-5A "Battle of Midway" Scaled Plastic Model Kit
Now $50.65
was $59.59Save $8.94
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FAQs for Model Aircraft Kits
What's a good first aircraft model kit?
A 1/72 Spitfire or Mustang from Airfix or Tamiya is a classic starting point. Small enough to finish in a weekend, detailed enough to look good on the shelf. Stick with propeller aircraft before tackling jets — fewer fiddly parts.
How long does it take to build one?
A simple 1/72 kit takes a few hours to a weekend depending on your pace. Bigger 1/48 or 1/32 kits can take weeks. Add more time if you're painting, decaling and weathering — that's where the real detail comes in.
