Battle of Britain Class “Biggin Hill”
Kit Facts
- First issued
- 1968
- First catalogue reference
- R501 in 6th Edition (1968)
- Box Type 3 artist
- Roy Cross
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Instruction Sheets
Description
Battle of Britain Class "Biggin Hill" – Airfix kit R501, first issued in 1968, Series 5, listed in the Airfix catalogues from 1968 to 1979. Later renumbered 05651-7.
Built in 1946 for express passenger services, the 'Battle of Britain' class is easily recognised by the stream-lined casing. Most of the class are named after R.A.F. Squadrons or airfields. – Taken from the 6th edition catalogue (1968)
9th edition catalogue (1971), listed as Battle of Britain Class 'Biggin Hill' from Battle of Britain Class "Biggin Hill".
Additional information
| Airfix Series (first appearance) | 5 |
|---|---|
| First Issued | 1968 |
| Catalogue Ref - 6th Edition (1968) | R501 |
| Catalogue Ref - 7th Edition (1969) | R501 |
| Catalogue Ref - 8th Edition (1970) | R501 |
| Catalogue Ref - 9th Edition (1971) | R501 |
| Catalogue Ref - 10th Edition (1973) | 05651-7 |
| Catalogue Ref - 11th Edition (1974) | 05651-7 |
| Catalogue Ref - 12th Edition (1975) | 05651-7 |
| Catalogue Ref - 13th Edition (1976) | 05651-7 |
| Catalogue Ref - 14th Edition (1977) | 05651-7 |
| Catalogue Ref - 15th Edition (1978) | 05651-7 |
| Catalogue Ref - 16th Edition (1979) | 05651-7 |
| Artist on Box Type 3 | Roy Cross |
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