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| | Code: MP-5388
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Price: $12.99
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Boeing B-29 Superfortress Diecast Model
USAAF 509th Composite Group, "Enola Gay", August 6th 1945| 1:200 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Boeing B-29 Superfortress | | 6" | | 8.5" |
Known to many as the "Superfortress", this WWII bomber brought an end to the war on the pacific front with its two atomic raids. The B-29 was armed with two 12.7-mm machine guns in each of four remotely controlled power-operated turrets, and a varied armament in the tail turret. With such a large array of weapons, it is no wonder that a total of 4,000 of these planes were built.
Designed to meet an American need for a very heavy, long range bomber, the B-29 Superfortress was first flown on September 21st, 1942. The USAAF’s intent in building the B-29 was to have an aircraft that was capable of winning the war through sheer destructive power—by destroying the enemy homeland. This mid-wing bomber had four 3,500 horsepower Pratt & Whitney engines. It required a crew of 10 specialists and gunners and had a sophisticated weapons system that included guns mounted in electrically powered turrets in the dorsal, ventral and tail positions. The guns were operated by internal periscope systems.© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Model Power "Postage Stamp Planes" range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military and civilian aircraft. Model Power "Postage Stamp Planes" 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.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic ordnance loads.
© Copyright 2003-2010 The Flying Mule, Inc.
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