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Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series US33819 P-47D Thunderbolt Diecast Model USAAF 4th FG, 334th FS, "Boise Bee", Duane Beeson, RAF Debden, England, 1944 Limited Edition 1:72 Scale     Length     Width Republic P-47D Thunderbolt     6"     6.75" Received by the squadron in late June 1943, this aircraft was assigned to Lt. Beeson, who became the leading Thunderbolt ace of the 4th FG with 12 kills — 11 of these victories were claimed in this particular aircraft. Boise, ID, was the ace’s hometown, hence the P-47’s nickname. It remained the ace’s mount until replaced by a P-51B in late February 1944. Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series 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. [See more Corgi Aviation Archive Collector Series products] Republic P-47D Thunderbolt Designed by Alexander Kartveli to meet a USAAC requirement for a heavy fighter, the P47 was first flown on May 6th, 1941.[See more Republic P-47D Thunderbolt products]