Airfix Sopwith Pup 1:72 Model Kit #A01062V: Build, Paint & Assembly Guide

This page is devoted to Airfix Sopwith Pup 1:72 Model Kit #A01062V, the exact scale model kits sold under the Airfix record. The goal is practical identification: what the listing confirms, what remains unverified, and what a buyer or builder should compare before using the item.

Exact identity and distinguishing details

• Exact product: Airfix Sopwith Pup 1:72 Model Kit #A01062V
• Brand or vendor: Airfix
• Product type: Scale Model Kits
• SKU or catalog key: ARXA01062V
• Scale stated in the record: 1:72
• Year appearing in the identity: 1916
• Road or release number: A01062V
• Variants reviewed: 1
• Product images indexed: 2

The recorded price at verification was $12.99 before shipping and tax. At least one variant was orderable when the record was checked.

A correct match requires more than recognizing the brand. The scale marker 1:72 is part of the exact identity and should be matched before purchase. The year 1916 belongs to the listing identity; it should not automatically be treated as the manufacturing date of the item. The number A01062V separates this release from visually similar versions. The item number ARXA01062V provides the most efficient cross-check when another listing uses slightly different punctuation or wording.

Confirmed facts versus assumptions

The live record provides the following product-specific information: “The Vintage Classics Sopwith Pup model kit is ideal for novice modellers, comprising 26 parts in a 1:72 scale with a single decorative option for an uncomplicated assembly. With a wingspan of 111mm, this plastic kit is designed for ages 8 and above at Skill Level 1, offering a few enjoyable hours of model-building fun for newcomers or those revisiting the hobby after a long break. Key Features 26-part assembly perfect for beginners at Skill Level 1 1:72 scale model with a 111mm wingspan Single scheme provided for easy painting and finishing Suitable for ages 8 and up Part of the Vintage Classics series celebrating iconic World War One aircraft Plastic construction using classic moulds cherished in Airfix history History Among the renowned British combat aircraft of the First World War, the Pup was initially known as the Sopwith Scout.…” The wording is treated as a source excerpt, not as a substitute for independent fit, scale or condition checks.

What matters for this kind of product

A build guide for Airfix Sopwith Pup 1:72 Model Kit #A01062V starts with evidence, not assumptions. Match the exact release through ARXA01062V, then inspect runners, parts, decals, instructions, accessory count and surface condition. Only after that inspection should the project be divided into cleanup, test fit, subassembly, paint, graphics and final finish.

Where the record omits a technical specification, consult the package instructions or manufacturer reference rather than borrowing a value from another scale or edition.

Using the item with confidence

Compatibility is often more important than brand familiarity. Styrene cement, cyanoacrylate, water-based paint, solvent paint and clear coats behave differently on different materials. Use the exact product instructions and a test piece whenever the material is not confirmed.

Record substitutions as part of the build log. That makes later repairs or a second build reproducible without misrepresenting the original package contents.

Image-by-image verification

The gallery contains 2 indexed product images. Compare label text, package shape, visible contents, finish and any small identifying marks with the delivered item. A context image can show tools or related products that are not included, so the written record and selected option still control package contents.

A disciplined final review

• Use the complete name, not a shortened marketplace label.
• Use ARXA01062V to prevent a near-match substitution.
• Read the variant and inventory state shown now.
• Confirm technical requirements from the current manufacturer source.
• Keep the receipt and one reference image with the product record.

Where it sits in the Muncle Mikes catalog

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How to document it after purchase

Catalog the item under the complete title and ARXA01062V, then add the date received and the condition actually observed. For a project item, note where it was installed or how it was used. For a collectible, note package and display condition separately.

Retaining the exact identifiers protects the record when product titles or availability later change.

Gift considerations

As a gift, Airfix Sopwith Pup 1:72 Model Kit #A01062V is strongest when the recipient already uses this scale, format, subject or product family. Check for duplicates and fit-sensitive details before choosing it solely from the brand name.

What buyers commonly need to confirm

What identifies this exact product?

The complete title, ARXA01062V, vendor Airfix, product type Scale Model Kits and photographed item form the identity. None should be replaced by a generic category label.

What is still unconfirmed?

Any dimension, material, accessory, compatibility claim or package component absent from the listing remains unconfirmed until the current instructions or manufacturer record supplies it.

Where should the purchase decision be finalized?

Use the live product page linked below for the current option, price and availability.

Decision summary: choose Airfix Sopwith Pup 1:72 Model Kit #A01062V when the complete identity, photographed details and intended use all match. The live page should settle current price and availability; this guide preserves the evidence needed to recognize the exact item.

Review the live Airfix Sopwith Pup 1:72 Model Kit #A01062V listing

Verified October 15, 2026 from the exact Shopify product record. Current price, options and availability remain controlled by the live listing.