1/32 J-8 Gladiator, WWII Swedish Fighter

ICM 32044 - J-8 Gladiator, WWII Swedish Fighter

ICM 32044 – J-8 Gladiator WWII Swedish Fighter 1/32 Scale is a highly detailed plastic model kit of the classic biplane fighter used by the Swedish Air Force. Based on the Gloster Gladiator, the J-8 served during Sweden’s WWII readiness period and remains an iconic aircraft in Swedish aviation history.

The kit features fine panel lines, a detailed cockpit, realistic engine, and accurate wing and strut construction, making it ideal for advanced modelers and aviation enthusiasts. The larger 1/32 scale allows for enhanced detailing, painting, and weathering.

The finished model measures approximately 26 cm in length with a wingspan of 31 cm, providing an impressive and accurate representation of this classic fighter aircraft.

The model comes unpainted and unassembled, allowing full creative freedom to recreate authentic Swedish paint schemes. Vallejo Model Color is recommended — for example, 70.888 Olive Grey or 70.924 Russian Uniform WWII for the Swedish green camouflage, 70.990 Light Grey or 70.907 Pale Grey Blue for the underside, and 70.950 Black and 70.862 Black Grey for cockpit, struts, and details. Metallic parts can be painted with 70.863 Gunmetal Grey and 70.997 Silver.

Glue and paints not included.