COBI Lockheed P-38 Lightning. Product type: Building blocks, Recommended age (min): 7 yr(s), Theme: Armed Forces, Number of pieces: 332 pc(s)

COBI Lockheed P-38 Lightning is a 1:48 scale building blocks model of the iconic twin-engine American long-range fighter from World War II. The set contains 332 construction elements and reproduces the P-38's distinctive twin-boom layout and central cockpit gondola. The model is produced under an official Lockheed Martin license and features high-quality printed elements and functional rotating propellers, offering a durable display and play piece for collectors and builders aged 7 and up.

Advantages

The COBI Lockheed P-38 Lightning model uses robust, printed blocks that resist scratching and fading, so graphics remain intact through handling and display. All parts are fully compatible with other major construction-block brands and the set is manufactured in the EU according to safety standards for children’s products. With 100% printed markings instead of stickers and rotating propellers, the model combines authentic appearance with practical durability.

Suitable for

• History and aviation enthusiasts seeking a detailed WWII aircraft model
• Collectors of licensed scale models
• Children and teens aged 7+ learning construction and model assembly
• Display on shelves, desks, or dioramas

Key specifications

• Scale: 1:48
• Number of pieces: 332
• Material: high-quality ABS construction blocks with printed elements
• Colors: green and grey elements
• Features: rotating propellers, fully printed graphics (no stickers)
• Compatibility: compatible with other major construction-block systems
• Recommended minimum age: 7 years

How to use

Follow the included illustrated instruction booklet to assemble the COBI Lockheed P-38 Lightning step by step. Begin by sorting pieces by shape and color to speed up construction, then assemble subassemblies such as fuselage booms, central gondola, and wings before joining them together. Attach the printed panels and rotating propellers in the final stages. No adhesives or tools are required; parts connect by standard block studs and sockets.

Recommendations

Use on a clean, flat surface with good lighting. Keep small parts away from children under 3 years. For extended display, avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight or extreme temperatures to preserve printed elements. Combine with other COBI or compatible sets to expand dioramas or create custom displays.