Mikro Mir MM72-016 Armstrong Whitworth A.W.52 Scale 1:72 Plastic Model Aircraft Kit

Armstrong Whitworth A.W.52 in 1/72 scale is a plastic model kit by Mikro Mir representing a British experimental flying-wing jet aircraft developed during the early Cold War period. The aircraft was designed to explore aerodynamic concepts associated with tailless flying-wing configurations.

The A.W.52 project originated in the late 1940s as part of British research into high-speed jet aircraft and alternative wing configurations. Developed by Armstrong Whitworth Aircraft, the design incorporated a swept flying wing layout and jet propulsion intended to test stability and aerodynamic efficiency.

Armstrong Whitworth A.W.52 - British Experimental Flying Wing

Two prototypes of the A.W.52 were constructed for flight testing. These aircraft were used to study handling characteristics and structural behavior of a large jet-powered flying wing. Although the design did not lead directly to a production aircraft, it contributed to research into unconventional aircraft configurations.

For modelers: Flying-wing aircraft benefit from careful alignment of the wing halves and smooth finishing of the leading and trailing edges to preserve the clean aerodynamic shape of the design.

Kit Contents

• Plastic parts
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: Mikro Mir
• Scale: 1/72
• Model (SKU): MM72-016
• Type: Aircraft Model Kit
• Subject: Armstrong Whitworth A.W.52
• Role: Experimental jet aircraft
• Subject country: United Kingdom
• Period: Early Cold War
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.

This plastic model kit by Mikro Mir belongs to the aircraft model kits category and is presented in 1/72 scale. Explore additional aircraft subjects in the air model kits collection.