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| | Code: HM-HA8411 
Status: Sold out - Discontinued
We regret this item is no longer available for sale. Please see the product description for links to similar items we still have available. | Hobby Master 1:48 Air Power Series HA8411
Republic P-47D Thunderbolt Diecast Model
USAAF 354th FG, 353rd FS, #42-0473, Glenn Eagleston, France, 1944 |
| 1:48 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Republic P-47D Thunderbolt | | 9" | | 10.25" |
In September 1942 Glenn Eagleston earned his wings and was assigned to the 20th FG but transferred to the 354th FG in England October 1943. In December 1943 the 354th "Pioneers" began flying P-51s over France. During WWII Eagleston accumulated 18.5 victories, all in P-51s. After D-Day the 354th FG moved operations to France. In October 1944 Glenn Eagleston took command of the 353rd FS now equipped with P-47Ds and flew their first mission on November 26, 1944. On February 16, 1945 the 353rd parked the P-47s and began flying the P-51 again. Designed by Alexander Kartveli meeting a USAAC requirement for a heavy fighter, the P-47 was first flown on May 6th, 1941. Later models featured a "bubble-top" canopy rather than the sharply peaked "razorback" fuselage which resulted in poor visibility for the aircraft's pilot. The P-47, a deadly pursuit aircraft, featured 8 x 12.7mm machine guns; all mounted in the wings. Even with the complicated turbosupercharger system, the sturdy airframe and tough radial engine, the P-47 ("Jug" or "Juggernaut" as it was nicknamed) could absorb damage and still return home. Built in greater quantities than any other US fighter, the P-47 was the heaviest single-engine WWII fighter and the first piston-powered fighter to exceed 500 mph. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Hobby Master "1:48 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Hobby Master "1:48 Air Power 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.
- Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
- Interchangeable 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.
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