ICM 1/48 Bristol Beaufort Mk.1A with tropical filter ICM48311Bristol Beaufort Mk. IA with tropical filter. Developed by the Bristol Aeroplane Company, the Bristol Beaufort torpedo bomber began to enter service with the RAF Coastal Command in late 1939. The aircraft was actively used to perform various tasks, and its peak monthly production was up to 30 machines per month. Later the Bristol Beaufort was improved, the composition of armament and equipment changed. The Mk. IA modification had a new machine gun