--- product_id: 349049285 title: "Model Expo Airways Ma1031 Sopwith Camel Clerget Rotary Engine 1:16 Scale - Metal Kit" brand: "model expo" price: "KD 698.69" currency: KWD in_stock: true reviews_count: 5 category: "Model Expo" url: https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/349049285-model-expo-airways-ma1031-sopwith-camel-clerget-rotary-engine-1 store_origin: KW region: Kuwait --- # 21" wingspan precision 28-page illustrated manual Laser-cut basswood parts Model Expo Airways Ma1031 Sopwith Camel Clerget Rotary Engine 1:16 Scale - Metal Kit **Brand:** model expo **Price:** KD 698.69 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > ✈️ Own a piece of WWI aviation history—build, display, and impress! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Model Expo Airways Ma1031 Sopwith Camel Clerget Rotary Engine 1:16 Scale - Metal Kit by model expo - **How much does it cost?** KD 698.69 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.com.kw](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/349049285-model-expo-airways-ma1031-sopwith-camel-clerget-rotary-engine-1) ## Best For - model expo enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted model expo brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Guided Expertise:** Comprehensive 28-page illustrated instructions plus five full-size plans make complex construction approachable and rewarding. - • **Proudly American:** Designed and manufactured in Florida since 1976, supporting quality and heritage in every kit. - • **Effortless Assembly:** Laser-cut basswood components ensure smooth, frustration-free building, even for seasoned modelers craving detail. - • **Lifetime Peace of Mind:** Built to last with a no-questions-asked replacement guarantee—because your masterpiece deserves perfection. - • **Precision Scale Mastery:** Experience authentic 1:16 scale craftsmanship with a 21" wingspan and 14" fuselage length for display-worthy accuracy. ## Overview The Model Expo Airways Ma1031 Sopwith Camel Clerget Rotary Engine 1:16 scale metal kit offers a historically accurate, highly detailed model with a 21" wingspan and laser-cut basswood parts. Designed for experienced hobbyists, it includes a 28-page illustrated manual and full-size plans to guide assembly. Manufactured in the USA since 1976, it comes with a lifetime guarantee for replacement parts, making it a premium collectible for aviation enthusiasts and model builders. ## Description WORLD WAR I Rotary Aircraft Engine HISTORY Developed by Clerget and manufactured in France, the Clerget 9B was an improvement over the company's seven cylinder, 80 hp rotary engine. In versions of 110 to 140 hp, these models saw widespread use throughout the first world war in the F.1 Camel, Triplane and Baby by Sopwith, and in the Nieuport 12. The model 9B was rated at 130 hp in normal use but could be pushed to 135 in an emergency at 1,250 rpm. Maximum weight was 380 pounds. Although a counter-intuitive design by today’s standards, fixing the propeller to a spinning engine on a stationary crankshaft simplified cooling, had an excellent weight to horsepower ratio and allowed greater flexibility in locating the aircraft’s center of gravity – affecting maneuverability -- over the in-line engines of the time. One drawback, however, was the pronounced gyroscopic effect that pulled the aircraft to the right. To fly in a straight line, pilots had to compensate for this by applying constant left rudder. The Clerget rotaries provided improved speed control over the Gnome and Le Rhone rotaries by replacing the standard “blip” switch that temporarily grounded the magneto (killing the ignition) with a selector switch that restricted the engine to run on 9, 7, 5 or even 3 cylinders. Like the earlier rotaries, the Clerget spewed unburned castor-oil from the exhaust, adding to the pilot’s discomfort. Pilots were issued a small bottle of blackberry brandy to counteract the smoke’s laxative effect. Instructions and prototype by Kenneth H. Goldman Review: Great product. Review: NOT for beginners and poor castings ## Features - DIMENSIONS: Wingspan 21" Fuselage Length 14-1/16" Scale 1:16 - SMOOTH CONSTRUCTION: Historically accurate and Highly Detailed Basswood parts are laser-cut for easy construction - DETAILED INSTRUCTIONS: 28-pages fully illustrated instructions manual and five full size plans will guide you through the whole building process for a smooth and successful experience. - LIFETIME GUARANTEE: In case a piece gets lost or damaged, we will replace for free. No questions asked - MADE IN THE USA. Designed and manufactured in our Florida factory, since 1976 ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Number of Puzzle Pieces | 1 | | Scale | 1.16 scale | | Batteries Required | No | | Batteries Included | No | | Material Type(s) | Metal | | Package Dimensions | 23 x 16.8 x 7 cm; 172.36 Kilograms | | Item part number | MA1031 | | Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up | | Manufacturer | Model Expo | | Item Weight | 172 kg | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Model Expo - **Age Range (Description):** Adult - **Colour:** MULTICOLOR - **Theme:** Military - **Material:** Metal Wood ## Images ![Model Expo Airways Ma1031 Sopwith Camel Clerget Rotary Engine 1:16 Scale - Metal Kit - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71pFtXWoTXL.jpg) ![Model Expo Airways Ma1031 Sopwith Camel Clerget Rotary Engine 1:16 Scale - Metal Kit - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71zYa9YDMBL.jpg) ![Model Expo Airways Ma1031 Sopwith Camel Clerget Rotary Engine 1:16 Scale - Metal Kit - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81xhzeWZuHL.jpg) ![Model Expo Airways Ma1031 Sopwith Camel Clerget Rotary Engine 1:16 Scale - Metal Kit - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81MgybJfQOL.jpg) ![Model Expo Airways Ma1031 Sopwith Camel Clerget Rotary Engine 1:16 Scale - Metal Kit - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71dIljkhxYL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: are there pistons and connecting rods that move up and down?** A: no,there is not......but this is a fine detailed kit. **Q: what are the dimensions of the engine itself?** A: 2 3/4" or 7 cm **Q: can the motor be used in a rc aircraft if you motorize it?** A: No. The cylinders are pretty solid. Possibly if you connected a real engine to it... **Q: Do metal parts reqiure paint?** A: Kit comes unpainted and lots of cleaning of parts ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great product. *by D***D on 20 February 2025* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ NOT for beginners and poor castings *by S***N on 25 October 2020* ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Awesome details! Awesome transaction! *by M***E on 7 December 2019* ## Frequently Bought Together - Model Airways MA1031 Sopwith Camel Airplane Clerget Rotary Engine 1:16 Scale - Metal Model Building Kit for Adults - Model Airways Oberursel UR III 1:16 Scale Basswood and Metal Aircraft Engine Model Kit to Assemble | Made in USA --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/349049285-model-expo-airways-ma1031-sopwith-camel-clerget-rotary-engine-1](https://www.desertcart.com.kw/products/349049285-model-expo-airways-ma1031-sopwith-camel-clerget-rotary-engine-1) --- *Product available on Desertcart Kuwait* *Store origin: KW* *Last updated: 2026-05-22*