COBI Historical Collection Hawker Hurricane MK_ I Plane

The Hawker Hurricane Mk. I was one of the most popular British fighters from WWII. It was produced in many weapon versions and with various power units. The aircraft was easy to use with it’s simple design. A single-seater low-wing metal structure performed very well in action against the Messerschmitts. The shooting armament consisted of eight Browning 7. 7mm machine guns. The first flight of the prototype of this aircraft took place on November 6, 1935 in Brooklands. In December 1937, his first production series hit the 111th RAF squadron. In 1940 the Hurricane Mk I was used for combat for the first time over French territory. In the Battle of Britain, it was the RAF fighter most used. Compared to other fighters participating in this battle, it shot down by far the largest number of enemy aircraft. Building blocks of fighters from World War II is a constructive way to spend time with your child and, at the same time, introduce them to topics related to history. The Hawker Hurricane Mk I set contains 270 blocks and one pilot figure. The block model of the fighter aircraft from COBI was created with attention to the smallest details. The plane has a movable propeller and ailerons. Its rotating wheels with rubber tires can be extended from the chassis in the take-off or landing position. The pilot's cabin can be opened to seat the soldier figurine. The plane utilizes pad-printing decorations, so no stickers are used in this set. The prints reflect the painting of the aircraft from the war period. The set also includes a special stand, which makes the model display more attractive, as well as a plate with the name of the aircraft.