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Model Power Postage Stamp Planes 5402-2 B-17G Flying Fortress Diecast Model USAAF 390th BG, 570th BS, "Liberty Belle", 1944 1:155 Scale     Length     Width Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress     5.75"     8" Better known as the "Flying Fortress," the B-17G was a 10-seat, long-range medium bomber and reconnaissance aircraft. The B-17G was introduced in 1941 and eventually became the most common B-17 variant with production eventuallytotalling 8,680 aircraft. The Flying Fortress could reach a maximum speed of 287 mph when empty (or weighing 36,135 pounds). It featured thirteen 12.7mm machine-guns and could store 17,600 pounds of bombs for a maximum take-off weight of 72,000 pounds. 'Liberty Belle' originally belonged to the 570th Bomber Squadron, 390th Bomber Group but today she has been fully restored to flying condition by the "Liberty Foundation" and can be seen touring the US. Model Power Postage Stamp Planes 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. [See more Model Power Postage Stamp Planes products] Boeing B-17G 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-17G Flying Fortress products]