Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Razorback"

Byggesett av Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Razorback" i skala 1/48.

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About the Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Razorback"

The P-47 was the first single-seated fighter to be equipped with a supercharger paired with a 2000hp engine, allowing it to fly at the same very high altitude as bombers. The P-47 was armed with eight 12.7mm machine guns. With the P-51 Mustang, the Thunderbolt constituted the main fighters of the US Army Air Force. This is the representation of P-47D early production that was nicknamed "razorback" because of the shape of its upper fuselage behind the cockpit. The P-47D was a high-speed, high-altitude capable fighter and escorted the allied bombers that were conducting raids over Germany. Its 1-ton payload and its robustness made the Thunderbolt the perfect aircraft for ground attacking missions.

About the Model

• The US Army Air Force excellent P-47D fighter/bomber assembly kit.
• 1/48 scale, Overall Length: 230mm, Overall Width: 259mm.
• This is the representation of P-47D early production that was nicknamed "razorback". The massive form of the plane, especially its belly and its cowling, has been accurately reproduced.
• Flaps come as separate parts and can be attached in the up or down position. three types of mirrors, gun sights and propellers are provided.
• Engine cowling flaps and the intercooler air outlets on each side of the fuselage can be represented in the opened or closed position.
• 500lb bombs, rocket launchers and two types of drop tanks are part of the kit.
• A pilot figure and decals for two different markings are included.

Decals for two different markings

• 8th Air Force 56th Fighter Group, 61st Fighting Squadron, Lt. Frank Klibbe, Halesworth, UK, March 1944
• 8th Air Force 56th Fighter Group, 63rd Fighting Squadron, Capt. Walker Mahurin, Halesworth, UK, March 1944