P-39N Airacobra 1/72 – Gallery – Libor Jekl

Libor Jekl, a Czech modeller and author of modelling publications, has already glued together the third Cobra from Arma Hobby in 1/72 scale. It is clear that he liked the model. Let’s see how the next P-39N Airacobra went together and see the photos in the gallery. Let’s give the floor to the author:

Building the Cobra: A Journey with Arma Hobby’s Kit

This build marks the third Cobra in my collection, so the construction process was fairly straightforward for me. However, there were a few areas that required a bit more attention, such as the nose assembly with the ball weights and ensuring a proper fit for the canopy to the fuselage. These are small details, but they make a significant difference in the final appearance of the model.

To enhance the realism, I decided to add rivets to the kit and painted it using my favorite Mr.Hobby Aqueous colors. The paint application was smooth, and the colors brought out the finer details of the model beautifully.

For the markings, I chose G. Dolnikov’s machine from the end of World War II. Among the options provided in the kit, I opted for the White-Blue combination of the fuselage inscription. Although the Yellow-Blue version also appealed to me, I wasn’t entirely convinced it was realistic given the harsh conditions of Stalin’s regime. Of course, this is just my personal perspective. It’s a nice touch that the kit offers modelers the flexibility to choose decals based on their own preferences, allowing for a more personalized build.

In the end, this Arma Hobby kit provided an enjoyable and rewarding experience, and the finished Cobra is a proud addition to my collection.