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Dragon 1:144 Warbirds 51003 B-17F Flying Fortress Diecast Model USAAF 303rd BG, 359th BS, "Duchess", 1944 1:144 Scale     Length     Width Boeing B-17F Flying Fortress     6.25"     8.75" This B-17F-25 model is christened “The Duchess”, as flown by the 359th Bomb Squadron of the USAF in 1944. The bomber’s fuselage and wings are made from die cast metal to add a sense of weight and realism, as well as for strength. The panel lines are delicately engraved, while machine gun turrets are reproduced to fire on enemy fighters, just like on the real plane. The landing gear is fully detailed, allowing the option of displaying the plane in either a taxiing or flying mode. A bombing mode is even possible, as the bomb doors can be displayed open when optional parts are used. The B-17 was the first mass-produced, four-engine heavy bomber, and it flew countless raids against German and Japanese targets during WWII. The term “Flying Fortress” was coined by a reporter from the Seattle Times when a B-17 rolled out replete with its phalanx of machine gun installations. The B-17 was a tough bomber, though it was not until the advent of P-51 Mustang fighter escorts that it reached its full strategic potential. Dragon 1:144 Warbirds The Dragon Models "Dragon Wings 1:144 Warbirds Series" presents highly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircaft. Dragon Models "Dragon Wings 1:144 Warbirds Series" 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. Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight". Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards. Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads. [See more Dragon 1:144 Warbirds products] Boeing B-17F Flying Fortress Designed to meet a USAAC requirement for a multi-engined long-range bomber, the B17 was first flown on July 28th, 1935 as the Boeing Model 299. Used extensively in Europe and the Middle East, the B17 was operational in every theatre involving US forces during WWII with almost 13,000 aircraft eventually being produced.[See more Boeing B-17F Flying Fortress products]