Corgi Aviation Archive Legends Series HC31106
Boeing B-17F Flying Fortress Diecast Model
USAAF 303rd BG, 359th BS, "Knock Out Dropper"
| 1:144 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Boeing B-17F Flying Fortress | | 6.25" | | 8.75" |
This model depicts 'Knock-out Dropper', a B-17 F-27-BO, S/N 4124605, from the 303rd BG 'Hell's Angels', 359th BS, based at Molesworth, 1943 (Piloted by Lt. John P. Manning on it's 50th mission). Knock Out Dropper was the first Eighth Air Force B-17 to complete both 50 (on 16th November 1943) and 75 combat missions (on 27th March 1944). It was scrapped at Stillwater, Oklahoma in July 1945.
Designed to meet the USAAC requirement for a multi-engine long-range bomber, the B-17 was first flown on July 28th, 1935. During a lifelong improvement program, the B-17 received upgrades such as additional guns, raising the total number from seven to 13. These improvements helped the 15-ton aircraft earn its nickname "Flying Fortress." Noted for its ability to absorb heavy battle damage, complete its mission and return home safely, the B-17 operated in every WWII theatre involving US Forces. It accounted for over 290,000 sorties against ground installations and dropped over 640,000 tons of bombs.© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Corgi’s 1:144 scale B-17 series includes the early war B-17E and late war B-17F and B-17G variants. The cockpit canopy, ball turrets and rear gunner’s canopy feature transparent windows, a feature uncommon in smaller scales. All machine gun stations include a sturdy all-metal machine gun that won’t bend or break. These models are constructed almost entirely of diecast metal with only the smallest amount of plastic, a common quality of most of Corgi’s 1:144 series aircraft. The tail and wing with integrated engine nacelles are solid diecast metal. Radial engine detail is present inside the engine nacelles behind the thinly stamped all-metal propellers.
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The Corgi "Legends" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. Corgi "Legends" 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.
- Permanently extended landing gear with rotating wheels.
- Presention stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Detailed pilot and crew member figures.
- Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards.
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