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product_id: 544135414
title: "Model Airplane Kit Starter Set - A55010 Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II, Plastic Plane Model Kits for Adults & Kids 14+, Skill Level 1, 1:72 Scale WW2 Military Aircraft Models"
brand: "airfix"
price: "£35.56"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Airfix"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/544135414-model-airplane-kit-starter-set-a55010-lockheed-martin-f-35b
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
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# 6 acrylic paints included 42 detailed parts 1:72 scale precision Model Airplane Kit Starter Set - A55010 Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II, Plastic Plane Model Kits for Adults & Kids 14+, Skill Level 1, 1:72 Scale WW2 Military Aircraft Models

**Brand:** airfix
**Price:** £35.56
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> ✈️ Build the future of flight—one brushstroke at a time!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Model Airplane Kit Starter Set - A55010 Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II, Plastic Plane Model Kits for Adults & Kids 14+, Skill Level 1, 1:72 Scale WW2 Military Aircraft Models by airfix
- **How much does it cost?** £35.56 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.uk](https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/544135414-model-airplane-kit-starter-set-a55010-lockheed-martin-f-35b)

## Best For

- airfix enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted airfix brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Sky-High Detail:** Experience the thrill of assembling a 1:72 scale Lockheed Martin F-35B, capturing every aerodynamic curve with precision.
- • **Iconic Military Legacy:** Build a piece of aviation history with the world’s most advanced multi-combat aircraft, blending stealth tech and cutting-edge design.
- • **All-in-One Creative Kit:** Includes 6 vibrant acrylic paints, 2 brushes, and poly cement—everything you need to bring your model to life without extra trips.
- • **Beginner-Friendly Masterpiece:** Skill Level 1 design ensures a smooth build for adults and teens, perfect for reigniting your passion or starting a new hobby.
- • **Timeless Gift of Craftsmanship:** From nostalgic hobbyists to aspiring modelers, this kit offers a rewarding hands-on experience that connects generations.

## Overview

The Airfix Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II model kit is a beginner-level, 1:72 scale plastic airplane set featuring 42 parts, 6 acrylic paints, brushes, and glue. Designed for ages 14+, it offers a detailed and authentic build experience of the world’s most advanced multi-role combat aircraft, perfect for hobbyists seeking a hands-on project that blends history, precision, and creativity.

## Description

Airfix model planes for beginners and experts alike offer an exhilarating journey into aviation history for hobbyists and enthusiasts. Each model airplane set showcases meticulously detailed plastic components that enthusiasts can assemble, paint, and customize to recreate iconic aircraft plastic models for adults from various eras. Whether you're passionate about World War II classics, modern jets, or historic biplanes, Airfix provides a wide selection to cater to diverse interests. These build a plane sets often include decals for adding authentic markings, and some may even feature additional accessories to elevate your display to new heights. Ideal for aviation aficionados, model builders, and those seeking a captivating hands-on project, Airfix model kits for adults sets bring the thrill of flight right to your fingertips. Model airplanes kits to build for kids ages 8+ and older

Review: Great all in one kit. - Nice model kit. I'm 53 and hadn't built model since I was a kid and felt the urge to build one. This one came with everything you'd need except a hobby knife, it have plenty of those. Was a fun build. I still need to put on the decals, but my lack of patience eventually won out. Maybe some day.
Review: Great starter for this plane modellers - Great starter kit for my 9yo grandson who loves planes. Was within his capability.

## Features

- Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II: Designed to dominate the skies, the Lockheed Martin F-35B is the most advanced multi-combat aircraft in the world. Using stealth technologies to operate undetected in hostile airspace or relaying vital battlefield information to other friendly forces
- Aircraft Model Kits: There are a whole range of Airfix models to discover and build! With various sizes of scale models spanning across decades of military history, from WW2 model kits right through to modern commercial airplane model kits, there's model air plane kits and other military gifts for everyone at Airfix
- Military Model Kits: Whether you’re looking for an Airfix starter set gift idea or wanting to advance to the next level, these small to large real airplane models for adults to build offer more to advanced modellers. Each model plane kit comes with paints, brushes and glue ready for you to bring your model machine to life
- About this Model: Skill Level 1 (where 1 is for the beginner and 4 is for the more experienced modeller) - Ideal older kids and adult model kits for those with some experience in model building. This set has 42 Parts Total. This set includes: 1:72 Scale Model, 6x Humbrol Acrylic Paints, 2x Paint Brushes, 1x Poly Cement, Sprues and Decals
- About Us: Airfix is the UK's oldest plastic model kit manufacturer since 1952, offers a diverse range of iconic model planes, plastic figures, buildings, diorama kits, historical ships, vehicles, and innovative Quickbuild models for beginners. From military gifts and WWII model airplanes to more modern vehicles, there's model building kits for every occasion

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B0BT4RQ2NW |
| Age Range (Description) | 14 Years and Older |
| Art Craft Kit Type | Model Airplane Kit |
| Brand | Airfix |
| Color | Unpainted |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (1,010) |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05063129000943 |
| Included Components | 1 unassembled military airplane, Acrylic Paints, glue and brushes |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 7 ounces |
| Item dimensions L x W x H | 11.25 x 9.25 x 2.5 inches |
| Item model number | A55010 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Hornby Hobbies |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
| Material | Plastic |
| Model Name | Lockheed Martin F-35 B Lightning II 1:72 Military Aviation Plastic Model Kit |
| Number of Pieces | 42 |
| Paint Type | Acrylic |
| Product Dimensions | 11.25 x 9.25 x 2.5 inches |
| Release date | July 14, 2023 |
| Seasons | All Seasons |
| Set Name | A55010 Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II |
| Size | Large |
| Style | Lockheed Martin F-35B Lightning II |
| Theme | Military, War |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** 14 Years and Older
- **Brand:** Airfix
- **Color:** Unpainted
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 11.25 x 9.25 x 2.5 inches
- **Theme:** Military, War

## Images

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## Available Options

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great all in one kit.
*by M***S on September 28, 2025*

Nice model kit. I'm 53 and hadn't built model since I was a kid and felt the urge to build one. This one came with everything you'd need except a hobby knife, it have plenty of those. Was a fun build. I still need to put on the decals, but my lack of patience eventually won out. Maybe some day.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great starter for this plane modellers
*by R***N on October 2, 2025*

Great starter kit for my 9yo grandson who loves planes. Was within his capability.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Middle-aged man assembles model aircraft after 20+ year hiatus
*by R***. on September 23, 2022*

I like that it had nearly everything included -- all that is required, in addition, are small cutters, robust scissors, or a razor blade to remove the pieces from the sprue, and a nail file or bit of sandpaper to smooth some of the edges of the model. This is a serious positive, as it allows someone to put a model together without an investment in paints, and then having random paint pots that don't go to anything, and then buying more models to use the paints, but then buying more paints to complete those models, on and on, and over again. I was free of this madness for over twenty years, and then, perhaps through nostalgia in thinking of simple times, I bought this kit. I have to knock off one star as some of the acrylic paints were dried and it is a terrible pain to bring them back. It can be done with drops of water and a relatively solid implement, such as a chopstick, and then work it until smooth. I decided to use Gordon's gin, rather than water, thinking that it might react better. I'm not sure if it helped the paint, but it certainly helped my mood during the ordeal.

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*Last updated: 2026-06-12*