{"product_id":"a12009-handley-page-victor-k2sr2","title":"A12009 Handley Page Victor K.2\/SR.2","description":"\u003csection class=\"section section--pattern-grey\" id=\"theModel\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"heading--3\"\u003eProduct Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--1-col@medium\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--60\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImagine crafting any Handley Page Victor model-what would be your pick? This elegant 1:72 scale kit offers three RAF scheme options with its 257 components, presenting you with a choice. Alternatively, you could construct it three times!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntricately detailed 1:72 scale kit comprising 257 components for an engaging building experience\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThree genuine RAF scheme options providing various display opportunities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWingspan of 508mm, reflecting the striking dimensions of this Cold War strategic bomber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill level 3 kit designed for modellers aged 8 years and older\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDepicts both the K.2 aerial refuelling and SR.2 reconnaissance versions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Handley Page (HP) Victor was a jet-powered, strategic bomber that, along with the Avro Vulcan and Vickers Valliant, was a crucial element of Britain's nuclear deterrent in the early Cold War period. Initially intended for long-range, low-altitude missions, it was later reassigned to aerial refuelling as its strategic bombing role diminished.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn response to the RAF's demand for enhanced tactical agility and a higher operational ceiling, the B.2 model, featuring more potent Rolls Royce Conway engines, was introduced in 1959. A total of thirty-four units were manufactured, with several later modified for reconnaissance and refuelling tasks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo RAF squadrons were established with the B.2 upon its 1962 service entry, but it was soon replaced by the B.2R, a variant capable of carrying 'Blue Steel' nuclear missiles in addition to free-fall nuclear bombs. With the advent of submarine-launched Polaris missiles in 1969, the Victor gradually phased out of its nuclear deterrent role.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBAE SYSTEMS is a registered trademark of BAE Systems plc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--40\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"section section--default\" id=\"whatsInside\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"container\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"heading--3\"\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--2-col\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item wysiwyg\"\u003ePlastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46703514583215,"sku":"5055286649677","price":220.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0291\/9845\/0741\/files\/a12009_1.jpg?v=1774476658","url":"https:\/\/www.extremehobbies.co.nz\/products\/a12009-handley-page-victor-k2sr2","provider":"Extreme Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}