Sky Defenders SD0002
Convair B-58A Hustler Diecast Model
USAF 43rd BW, #59-2451 "The Firefly", New York - Paris Speed Record May 1961 |
| 1:250 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Convair B-58A Hustler | | 4.75" | | 2.75" |
Replicating “The Firefly,” a B-58A that, flown by the 43rd Bombardment Wing, set the New York to Paris speed record of 3:19:51 (an average speed of 1,089.36 mph) in May, 1961, this 1/250 scale, die cast Sky Defenders model features glazed cockpit windows, a fuselage-mounted payload and fuel pod, retracted landing gear, and razor-sharp, printed markings.
Designed as a supersonic strategic medium-range bomber, the B-58 was first flown on November 11th, 1956. Convair applied much of the experience they had gained from developing delta-winged supersonic fighters to the design. A unique feature of the aircraft was the use of a jettisonable centerline pod which not only contained additional fuel for the aircraft but also housed the nuclear payload or specialized reconnaisance equipment. The Hustler became the United States' first operational supersonic bomber when it entered service in 1960 but was retired just 10 years later when Soviet missile technology canceled out any advantage the aircraft had over the exisiting B-52 fleet. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Sky Defenders range presents affordable, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
Sky Defenders diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- 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".
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