---
product_id: 735199591
title: "WWII British 8TH Army Model KIT"
brand: "airfix"
price: "£9.09"
currency: GBP
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 6
category: "Airfix"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.uk/products/735199591-wwii-british-8th-army-model-kit
store_origin: GB
region: United Kingdom
---

# Compatible with Humbrol paints 48 detailed action figures 14 dynamic combat poses WWII British 8TH Army Model KIT

**Brand:** airfix
**Price:** £9.09
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🪖 Own a piece of history — assemble the legendary Desert Rats today!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** WWII British 8TH Army Model KIT by airfix
- **How much does it cost?** £9.09 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/735199591-wwii-british-8th-army-model-kit)

## 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

- • **Diverse Action Poses:** 14 unique stances including running, patrolling, and grenade throwing for immersive dioramas
- • **Compact & Collectible:** Perfect tabletop size (5x7x2 inches) to showcase your military modeling prowess
- • **Complete Assembly Experience:** 49-piece kit designed for adult hobbyists seeking hands-on creative engagement
- • **Iconic Desert Rats Collection:** Authentic WWII 8th Army figures capturing North African campaign realism
- • **Customizable with Humbrol Paints:** Paint recommendations listed on box for professional-grade finishing touches

## Overview

The WWII British 8th Army Model Kit by Airfix features 48 intricately posed action figures representing the famed Desert Rats from the North African campaigns. This 49-piece assembly kit is tailored for adult hobbyists and includes paint guidance for Humbrol colors, delivering an authentic and customizable modeling experience in a compact, collectible format.

## Description

Commonly known as the “Desert Rats”, these 8th Army figures are wearing clothing as worn in the North African campaigns when fighting both the Italian forces and later the Rommel’s Afrika Korps.

Review: Waste - It's very very tiny i don't like this like it's small than a toffee
Review: Très satisfait - Achat conforme à la vente

## Features

- ontains 48 total action figures featured in 14 different poses including: standing, running, patrolling, throwing a grenade, shooting and mine detectors
- Suitable addition to any WWI
- Humbrol Paints needed are listed on the outside of the box

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07N87ZK63 |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Are Batteries Required | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | #74,709 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #48 in Model Figure Kits |
| Brand | Airfix |
| Collection Name | WWII British 8th Army |
| Colour | Assorted |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 115 Reviews |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 05055286660931 |
| Is Assembly Required | Yes |
| Item Dimensions | 17.8 x 12.7 x 5.1 Centimeters |
| Item Type Name | Airflix Vintage Classic 8th Army |
| Item Weight | 0.35 Grams |
| Manufacturer | Airflix, Microplastic Fiber Limited |
| Manufacturer Contact Information | Microplastic Fiber Limited |
| Manufacturer Part Number | A00709V |
| Model Name | Airflix Vintage Classic 8th Army |
| Model Number | A00709V |
| Number Of Pieces | 49 |
| Operation Mode | manual |
| Packer Contact Information | MPLASTICS TOYS & ENGINEERING PVT LTD, S.F.NO.167/1C, NAGONDAPALLI VILLAGE, DENKANIKOTA ROAD, HOSUR,NAGONDAPALL, KRISHNAGIRI TAMIL NADU, 635110 INDIA |
| Play Activity Location | Tabletop |
| Recommended Uses For Product | hobby, DIY project, tabletop activity |
| Set Name | 8th Army |
| Size | 5 x 7 x 2 inches |
| Style Name | WWII |
| Team Name | 8th Army |
| Theme | Military |
| Toy Figure Type | Action Figure |
| Unit Count | 49 Count |
| character | Army |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Airfix
- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Colour:** Assorted
- **Theme:** Military
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 17.8 x 12.7 x 5.1 Centimeters

## Images

![WWII British 8TH Army Model KIT - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61jMsoymjiL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: how tall are they?**
A: Smaller than I thought they were

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐ Waste
*by K***R on 26 November 2025*

It's very very tiny i don't like this like it's small than a toffee

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Très satisfait
*by J***E on 1 November 2025*

Achat conforme à la vente

### ⭐⭐⭐ qualité moyenne
*by R***T on 20 February 2026*

bonne variété de soldat. je suis un peu déçu de la qualité airfix. Il y a dans le lot 2 mitrailleuses qu'il faut mettre sur un trépied, pas possible sans agrandir un trou mais si on l'agrandi quand même on casse la pièce. J'ai donc du coller les mitrailleuses à un trépied fabriqué par moi même

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*Product available on Desertcart United Kingdom*
*Store origin: GB*
*Last updated: 2026-06-29*