Dora Wings 48060 1/48 de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver - float version RAAF- ANARE

The DHC-2 Beaver Floatplane is an icon of utility and adventure. Dora Wings presents this 1/48 scale kit (DW48060), meticulously designed to capture the classic lines and functional engineering of the float-equipped Beaver. This kit is a must-have for modelers who appreciate civil aviation history, bush planes, and the technical mastery of de Havilland Canada.

The de Havilland Canada DHC-2 Beaver is a single-engine, high-wing, propeller-driven STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) aircraft developed in 1947. Widely considered one of the most successful Canadian-designed aircraft, it was built to operate in the harshest conditions. The floatplane version became the backbone of coastal and lake-based aviation, serving as a vital link for remote communities, search and rescue missions, and commercial transport. Its rugged construction and incredible lifting power earned it the nickname “The Flying Workhorse of the North.”

Features

• Detailed Float System: Features precisely molded floats with accurate strut geometry and water rudder details.
• Photo-Etched (PE) Parts: Includes a premium PE fret for a professional-grade cockpit, seat belts, and fine exterior sensors.
• Refined Interior: The 1/48 scale allows for a spacious and detailed cabin, featuring passenger seating and a realistic pilot’s station.
• Crisp Surface Detail: Includes recessed panel lines and realistic representations of the Beaver’s distinctive corrugated control surfaces.
• Authentic Decals: High-quality marking options are provided for iconic civilian and utility liveries.