Italeri IT-1412S 1/72 S.79 Sparviero - Compact WWII Plane Kit  [IT-1412S]

Italeri IT-1412S 1/72 S.79 Sparviero model overview

This Italeri 1/72 S.79 Sparviero kit is ideal for modellers interested in historic military aviation. It captures the three-engined silhouette of the Italian S.79, an adaptable aircraft used for torpedo attacks, bombing and reconnaissance. The kit focuses on recognizable features that reflect the aircrafts operational history.

Authenticity and historical context

The S.79 was a familiar sight over Mediterranean waters, prized for its pace and operational flexibility. Italeri includes parts and markings that let builders represent common wartime schemes, making the finished model useful for museum-style displays or personal collections.

Build experience and finishing suggestions

With its 1/72 footprint this kit is compact but detailed. Parts are finely moulded and need precise fitting and gluing, suited to modellers with steady hands. Painting and weathering will highlight panel lines and make the S.79 stand out on a display plinth.