--- product_id: 261784 title: "Revell B17G Flying Fortress 1: 48 Scale" brand: "revell" price: "€ 204.71" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Revell" url: https://www.desertcart.hr/products/261784-revell-b17g-flying-fortress-1-48-scale store_origin: HR region: Croatia --- # Skill Level 4 complexity 148 detailed parts 1:48 scale precision Revell B17G Flying Fortress 1: 48 Scale **Brand:** revell **Price:** € 204.71 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🛠️ Own a piece of history—build the B-17G Flying Fortress and elevate your collection! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Revell B17G Flying Fortress 1: 48 Scale by revell - **How much does it cost?** € 204.71 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.hr](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/261784-revell-b17g-flying-fortress-1-48-scale) ## Best For - revell enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted revell brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Immersive Realism:** Includes 5 flight and crew figures plus detailed gunner stations for a museum-quality display. - • **Customizable Finish:** Molded in silver, black, and clear plastic—paint and glue required to personalize your masterpiece. - • **Timeless Hobby for All Ages:** Recommended for ages 12+, perfect for professionals seeking a rewarding, stress-relieving project. - • **Iconic WWII Legend in Your Hands:** Build the legendary B-17G Flying Fortress with authentic interior and exterior details. - • **Precision Engineering with 148 Parts:** Experience intricate assembly featuring rotating gun turrets, spinning propellers, and bomb cart with bombs. ## Overview The Revell B17G Flying Fortress 1:48 Scale model kit offers a highly detailed, skill level 4 assembly experience with 148 parts, including rotating gun turrets, spinning propellers, and a bomb cart. Measuring nearly 20 inches long with a 26-inch wingspan, this plastic model requires paint and glue (not included) and comes with 5 crew figures. Perfect for ages 12 and up, it captures the iconic WWII bomber’s rugged design and interior complexity, making it a must-have for serious hobbyists and history enthusiasts alike. ## Description Product Description The best known symbol of the air war over Germany during World War II is the iconic B-17 Flying Fortress. It was designed to inflict heavy damage on the enemy, while protecting itself against enemy fire. The B-17 had upwards of 7 defensive gun positions with .50 caliber machine guns. It was capable of carrying over 4,000 lbs. of bombs, over 1,800 miles, at a cruising speed of 170 mph. The “G” model was the last production version, and 8,600 aircraft were built over 23 months. This Revell model kit is Revell item #85-5600. The kit consists of 148 parts and is 1:48 scale. Completed model measures approximately Length: 19.1875", Wingspan: 25.9375". Kit is molded in silver, black, and clear. Paint and glue required(not included). Recommended for ages 12 and up. From the Manufacturer Possibly the most famous aircraft to emerge from WWII, the B-17 carried the air war to Germany and Japan in ever increasing numbers. Rugged, dependable and heavily armed, it brought many crews home safely after devastating air battles. Features: Detailed interior, gunner stations, cockpit and landing gear, molded in silver, waterslide decals. 1:48 Scale. Skill Level 2-requires paint and glue (not included). Review: What a fun build! I used to build tons of models ... - What a fun build! I used to build tons of models as a kid since all of us would build our arsenals and wage war in our yards in California. Ships, planes, tanks, etc. I decided to get back into model building, as my older brother has been doing for many years now, and have a hobby as I have basically retired and started working part time for my employer. It took me a couple of months to put this puppy together but I am a detail person (some say I'm an anal perfectionist). The parts fit together quite well overall and I had to use very little putty to fill in what gaps there were. I took the time to do all the detail painting of the compartments of the interior and found, as my brother said, that you can't see any of it. Don't care, it was r and r for me. I spent a lot of time painting the details and glad I did. The overall finish is worth building a glass enclosed table to put her and avoid the dust factor. The only real defect was a molding problem on the bottom of one wing with a small hole and indentation where it was an incomplete fill.......... took a bit of silver and black paint and ...... flak damage! Looks great. Good model, good instructions. Hope this helps if you are wondering if it's a fun project or a chore. Review: B-17G - Flying Fortress Classic - This B-17G model kit is a Monogram, now Revell-Monogram, classic. It is a huge model that is fun to build. The kit has been around for a long time and is the only 1/48 scale kit available of this magnificent World War II bomber. The interior, engines, guns, and landing gear have plenty of detail for the novice and expert modeler alike. The kit also includes a bomb cart, 4 bombs and a few aircrew figures for display purposes. The instructions are straight forward, the decals are the normal Monogram-Revell quality, a little thick but fairly decent. The decals allow for two different paint schemes, either olive drab over neutral grey or an all natural aluminum finish. A nice brochure with photos and tips on how to build a diorama is also included if one desires to make a diorama to display the finished model. Plenty of aftermarket decals and other accessories for the B-17 are avialable through online hobby retailers like Squadron.com, MeteorProductions.com and SprueBros.com, to name a few. I built my model just using a set of aftermarket decals, with some hand crafted details and an airbrushed finished paint job. The completed model more than met my expectations. Most of the pieces fit together very nicely. I had to apply some putty along the bottom edge of the wing to fuselage joints and to one edge of both waist gunner windows. Other than that everything came together quite well. I am more than likely going to purchase another one soon and hang the next one from my ceiling. ## Features - Revell Model Kit #85-5600, Skill Level 4, Contains 148-Parts, Recommended for ages 12 and up - Full interior detail front to back including all gun positions - Bomb cart assembly with bombs - Gun turrets rotate and the propellers spin - 5 flight and crew figures - Molded in silver, black, and clear. Paint and glue required(not included). ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0006JNS5E | | Brand | Revell | | Brand Name | Revell | | Collection Name | All | | Color | Gray | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 901 Reviews | | Finish Types | Matte | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00076513056001 | | Included Components | Model Airplane Building Kit | | Item Depth | 15 inches | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 15"D x 21"W x 11"H | | Item Type Name | Car | | Item Weight | 8.84 Grams | | Manufacturer | Revell | | Manufacturer Part Number | RM5600 | | Manufacturer Warranty Description | Limited 1 year warranty for defective parts. | | Material | Plastic | | Material Type | Plastic | | Model Number | 85-5600 | | Model Year | 1944 | | Mounting Type | Tabletop | | Number of Items | 1 | | Product Care Instructions | Wipe Clean | | Product Dimensions | 15"D x 21"W x 11"H | | Seasons | All Seasons | | Size | 1:48 scale | | Style | Flying Fortress | | Theme | Building, Military, Model Airplane Kits, Model Airplanes | | UPC | 885834005885 885865854759 787551916423 772223690282 743181562454 885159155487 885258535760 885379217200 658109666193 885783657081 787799875711 076513056001 | | Unit Count | 148 Count | | character | Army | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Revell - **Color:** Gray - **Material:** Plastic - **Style:** Flying Fortress - **Theme:** Building, Military, Model Airplane Kits, Model Airplanes ## Images ![Revell B17G Flying Fortress 1: 48 Scale - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41mEYRRr9QL.jpg) ![Revell B17G Flying Fortress 1: 48 Scale - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61qGDCIZgAL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Style** options. ## Questions & Answers **Q: how fast and high it go?** A: As fast and as high as you can throw it. **Q: L. M. Fuke strongly encouraged the use of glue clamps for putting together the B-17 Flying Fortress. What are the best glue clamps to use?** A: I used spring clothespins with excellent results. BTW, after you put in countless hours meticulously painting and detailing this excellent model, don't become suicidal after an adult recipient tries to see if it will function as a glider. (It doesn't) and tosses the shattered remains unceremoniously into the trash. Don't ask how I know this. **Q: how big is it??** A: The wingspan is about 26", and it's about 18" long. A nice size model with a lot of detail. It's about the same size as the B24 Liberator, but much smaller than the B29. **Q: have not build a model ever, 75 years old male, want to build a model for grandson. is this plan i should start with if not what do u suggest?** A: I know I'm almost a decade late answering, but maybe another person can.be helped by my 2 cents. This is my first build in 35 years and this B-17G kit is absolutely not for beginners BUT, the 1/48 scale size is way less frustrating than building a 1/72 scale with such tiny parts. Do research into the restored examples, download photos, watch YouTube videos of step by step builds, read the instructions a few times, get familiar with the parts, and make sure to learn the basics like how the glue reacts with plastic to form a weld. Scrape the excess flash from the parts, removing the parts without damaging, washing the parts, and make sure you have the necessary tools. This build can have very satisfying results if you take it seriously, don't get discouraged when you screw up because you absolutely will learn thr hard way. You can fix almost any screw up. I think it's a great bonding and learning experience because this aircraft has a lot going on and a very notable example of WWII fighters. I was an avid car modeler starting at age 7, peaked in my teens and tapered off by mid twenties. I'm 65, came across this kit for 7 bucks at Salvation Army which sparked my renewed interest. So, I went all in, got an airbrush, a variety of acrylic, lacquer, and enamel paints from various manufacturers, and scratch building interior detail. Working on the radio compartment right now. Very tedious but worth the time and pain. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What a fun build! I used to build tons of models ... *by T***T on July 29, 2016* What a fun build! I used to build tons of models as a kid since all of us would build our arsenals and wage war in our yards in California. Ships, planes, tanks, etc. I decided to get back into model building, as my older brother has been doing for many years now, and have a hobby as I have basically retired and started working part time for my employer. It took me a couple of months to put this puppy together but I am a detail person (some say I'm an anal perfectionist). The parts fit together quite well overall and I had to use very little putty to fill in what gaps there were. I took the time to do all the detail painting of the compartments of the interior and found, as my brother said, that you can't see any of it. Don't care, it was r and r for me. I spent a lot of time painting the details and glad I did. The overall finish is worth building a glass enclosed table to put her and avoid the dust factor. The only real defect was a molding problem on the bottom of one wing with a small hole and indentation where it was an incomplete fill.......... took a bit of silver and black paint and ...... flak damage! Looks great. Good model, good instructions. Hope this helps if you are wondering if it's a fun project or a chore. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ B-17G - Flying Fortress Classic *by M***Y on January 10, 2008* This B-17G model kit is a Monogram, now Revell-Monogram, classic. It is a huge model that is fun to build. The kit has been around for a long time and is the only 1/48 scale kit available of this magnificent World War II bomber. The interior, engines, guns, and landing gear have plenty of detail for the novice and expert modeler alike. The kit also includes a bomb cart, 4 bombs and a few aircrew figures for display purposes. The instructions are straight forward, the decals are the normal Monogram-Revell quality, a little thick but fairly decent. The decals allow for two different paint schemes, either olive drab over neutral grey or an all natural aluminum finish. A nice brochure with photos and tips on how to build a diorama is also included if one desires to make a diorama to display the finished model. Plenty of aftermarket decals and other accessories for the B-17 are avialable through online hobby retailers like Squadron.com, MeteorProductions.com and SprueBros.com, to name a few. I built my model just using a set of aftermarket decals, with some hand crafted details and an airbrushed finished paint job. The completed model more than met my expectations. Most of the pieces fit together very nicely. I had to apply some putty along the bottom edge of the wing to fuselage joints and to one edge of both waist gunner windows. Other than that everything came together quite well. I am more than likely going to purchase another one soon and hang the next one from my ceiling. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Nice Build with just a few Glitches *by S***Z on July 26, 2020* Revell has always made good plastic models and this B-17 is no exception. If your goal is to make a replica of an actual plane that saw WWII service, the instructions provide in great detail the necessary info for two possible B-17s regarding which optional parts to use, what paint colors to use on various components, and proper selection and placement of decals. The assembly instructions are quite pictographic and schematic, which works well if you take the time to read all the notes about the symbols and codes. As with all "parts on a tree" plastic models, it is important to use a bit of sand paper to remove unwanted flashing or bits of the points of attachment to ensure proper fit between parts. The most important drawback to the model is that some of the sub-assemblies inside the fuselage cannot be seen to advantage or even seen at all once the model is assembled. A purist might not mind this aspect of the model, but for many of us, putting in a lot of work on something that can't be seen seems unnecessary. The bombardier's station in the nose is quite visible and the cockpit and pilots' deck can be seen relatively well. But the navigator's compartment and the bomb bay, despite intricate assembly, might as well not even be included if all that matters is what can be seen. I took a cue from another reviewer and used a Dremel tool to cut away the bomb bay doors from the fuselage and used some spare plastic I had to fabricate new bomb bay doors that I glued into place in the open position. This made the bombs and the bomb racks clearly visible. I should also mention that I bought and built the 1:72 version of the B-17. In some ways, I liked the smaller version better, although both were quite similar. The smaller version had more operable parts (ailerons, elevator, rudder) and more intricate sub-assemblies (engine components, exhaust system) than the 1:48 version. Plus the bomb bay doors on the 1:72 version could be assembled in the open position. On the other hand, manipulating the small parts of the 1:72 version was much more difficult than for the 1:48 version. ## Frequently Bought Together - Level 4 Model Kit Boeing B17-G Flying Fortress Bomber Aircraft 1/48 Scale Model by Revell - Testors 3509C Testors Plastic Cement Value Pack - Rustark 9Pcs Gundam Model Tools Kit Hobby Building, Repairing and Fixing Set for Kids --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.hr/products/261784-revell-b17g-flying-fortress-1-48-scale](https://www.desertcart.hr/products/261784-revell-b17g-flying-fortress-1-48-scale) --- *Product available on Desertcart Croatia* *Store origin: HR* *Last updated: 2026-05-13*