1/72 War Bird Collection No.69 (ITEM 60769)
(Pictures show painted and assembled model)
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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 high altitude as bombers. Armed with eight 12.7mm machineguns, the Thunderbolt, with the P-51 Mustang, 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. | |
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| About the model: *Plastic assembly kit. *1/72 scale *This kit is 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. *Cockpit has been reproduced down to the finest details. *3 types of mirrors and 2 types of gun sights and propellers are provided. *500 pound bombs, rocket launchers and drop tanks are part of the kit. *Decals for two different markings are included. | |
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