Armstrong-Whitworth F.K.8 (early, multiscale)

The Armstrong-Whitworth F.K.8, also known as the Big Ack, was a solid two-seater that simply performed its job without attracting a lot of attention. It served with Sqns. №2, 8, 10, 35, and 82 in France; 17 and 47 in Macedonia; and 142 in Palestine. Early models used simplified nose-over oleo skid and tall, thin radiators, and a polygonal nose. Later models switched to a more conventional standard vee undercarriage, ear radiators, and a rounded nose. The pilot's Vickers gun was fully enclosed in the fuselage and could not be accessed during flight.

F.K.8's were used for reconnaissance and artillery spotting, but they also made a good light bomber. Two Victoria Crosses were awarded to crews of FK.8's.

In 1:144 scale, this is a model of an early FK.8 with polygonal nose, tall radiator, oleo undercarriage, and single Lewis gun.  A late-model FK.8 is also available.

In 1:285/6mm/1:288 scale, the product comes with two aeroplanes (one early, one late), joined by disposable links.  In Detail Plastic, a detachable, translucent propeller disk is included, which you can use or discard as you prefer.

For more details and gaming information, see https://linen.miraheze.org/wiki/Armstrong-Whitworth_F.K.8.