Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series AA31804
Tu-4 Bull Diecast Model
Soviet Air Force
Limited Edition | 1:144 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Tupolev Tu-4 Bull | | 8.25" | | 11.75" |
To save time in developing a bomber of their own, the Soviet Union obtained three Boeing B-29 Superfortress bombers from the USAF in 1944, dismantled and analysed them and began making a copy in 1945. Designated the Tu-4, an initial pre-production order for 20 was placed for the Soviet Air Force. Some compromises were made in quality of materials and systems and US engines were replaced by four Soviet 2400hp Ash-73TK engines. First flight was on 3rd July 1947, but the aircraft suffered severe and prolonged problems with all systems. 2805103 coded '01' is the sole survivor and is currently preserved at the Air Forces Red Banner Academy Museum, Monino, near Moscow where it can be seen on display.
The Corgi "Aviation Archive" presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. The vast Aviation Archive range has become the standard by which all other diecast airplane ranges are judged. Each Corgi model is based on a specific aircraft from an important historical or modern era of flight, and has been authentically detailed from original documents and archival library material. Famous airplanes and aviators from both military and commercial airline aviation are all honored. Corgi "Aviation Archive" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Optional extended/retracted landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Poseable presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Many limited editions with numbered certificate of authenticity.
- Detailed pilot and crew member figures.
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Selected interchangeable features such as airbrakes, opened canopies and access panels.
- Selected moving parts such as gun turrets, control surfaces and swing-wings.
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