Product Description

Tamiya 1/32 De Havilland Mosquito FB Mk.VI

Often called the "Wooden Wonder," the De Havilland Mosquito was one of the most versatile and successful aircraft of World War II. Built primarily from wood, the Mosquito combined fighter-like speed with bomber payload capability and served in roles ranging from fighter-bomber and night fighter to reconnaissance aircraft.

Tamiya's 1/32 scale Mosquito FB Mk.VI is widely regarded as one of the finest aircraft model kits ever produced. Featuring exceptional engineering, outstanding fit, and an incredible level of detail, this kit accurately reproduces the famous fighter-bomber version used by the Royal Air Force and Commonwealth air forces during World War II.

The model includes highly detailed cockpit and radio compartments, full Merlin engine detail, positionable control surfaces, detailed bomb bay and armament, and optional configurations for various operational aircraft. With a wingspan exceeding 20 inches, the completed model becomes an impressive centerpiece in any collection.

Features

• Scale: 1/32

• Manufacturer: Tamiya

• Kit Number: 60326

• Detailed cockpit and navigator station

• Highly detailed Merlin engines

• Positionable flaps, elevators, and control surfaces

• Detailed bomb bay and armament

• Optional bombs or drop tanks

• Choice of exhaust configurations

• Finely recessed panel lines and rivet detail

• High-quality Cartograf decals

• Full-color instruction manual

Finished Model Dimensions

• Length: 15.5 inches (394.5mm)

• Wingspan: 20.3 inches (515.5mm)

Skill Level

Intermediate to Advanced

Paint & Glue Required

Paint and cement required for assembly and sold separately.

Historical Background

The Mosquito FB Mk.VI became one of the RAF's most effective strike aircraft during World War II. Powered by two Rolls-Royce Merlin engines, it could exceed 370 mph while carrying bombs, rockets, and four 20mm cannons. Its speed allowed crews to perform low-level precision attacks against heavily defended targets throughout Europe.

Mosquitos participated in anti-shipping operations, intruder missions, railway attacks, and famous precision raids against Gestapo headquarters and prison facilities. Many historians consider it one of the most successful combat aircraft of the war.

Review Summary

What Modelers Love

• Outstanding engineering and fit

• Exceptional cockpit detail directly from the box

• Superb surface detail with realistic fabric effects

• Detailed Merlin engines

• Minimal aftermarket required

• Logical assembly sequence

• Excellent instructions and research materials included

Numerous reviewers describe the kit as a benchmark for large-scale aircraft models and one of Tamiya's finest releases.

Minor Drawbacks

• Individual exhaust stacks require careful alignment

• Large model requires significant display space

• Higher parts count than typical aircraft kits

• Some ejector pin marks in hidden areas

These issues are generally considered minor compared to the overall quality of the kit.

Working Title Models Rating

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5/5

Many experienced builders consider the Tamiya Mosquito one of the best plastic model aircraft kits ever released, regardless of scale. Builders frequently praise the combination of detail, engineering, and fit.