Here is the first of a new series, a 9 inch wing-span model of the Comet 4B. This Airfix kit has 48 parts and comes complete with British European Airways markings, attractive stand and a capsule of cement. The 4B is also in service with Olympic Airways making this version a possible alternative for the collector. The Comet 4B is powered by four Rolls-Royce Avon 525B turbo-jets giving a cruising speed of approximately 530 m.p.h. and a fully loaded maximum range of 2,240 miles. - Taken from the 1st edition catalogue (1962)
3rd edition catalogue (1964), recorded as a Series B kit.
5th edition catalogue (1967), listed as De Havilland 'Comet' 4B from De Havilland Comet 4B.
7th edition catalogue (1969), recorded as a Series 3 kit.
8th edition catalogue (1970), recorded as a Series 2 kit.
9th edition catalogue (1971), listed as de Havilland 'Comet' 4B from De Havilland 'Comet' 4B.
9th edition catalogue (1971), recorded as a Series 3 kit.
10th edition catalogue (1973), listed as de Havilland Comet 4B from de Havilland 'Comet' 4B.
1994 edition catalogue, recorded as a new kit.
1994 edition catalogue, listed as D.H. Comet 4B from de Havilland Comet 4B.
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