Description
This is a paintable 1:144 scale model of a Macchi L.1. Since many painters choose their own mounting system, no peg is included on the plane. Pegs can be purchased separately in the Accessories section of this catalog.
When a copy of the capable Lohner Type L or T.I flying boat was captured in May 1915, it was found to be superior to contemporary Italian naval aircraft. Taken to the Macchi-Nieuport factory with a request to manufacture Italian copies, number L40 was extensively studied, and the new plane, the Macchi L.1 was completed by the next month. Thirty-one were built in 1915 and 109 in 1916. By the end of 1916 half of them had been lost, though, mostly due to breakdowns or accidents. The L.1 differed from the Lohner of course in engine and armament, and it served from late 1915 to autumn 1916 when replaced with F.B.A. flying boats or Macchi M.3’s, and the remainders were moved to training roles in 1917.
A lightened Macchi L.2 is also available.
The model is offered in different materials. See the FAQ for a comparison of the different material choices. In the Shipping tab, please note the increased shipping costs for an order with mixed materials.
For more data and gaming info on this plane, see https://linen.miraheze.org/wiki/Macchi_L.1.
