AeroClassics 1:400 Series ACRAF0909
Douglas C-47 Skytrain Diecast Model
RAF No.271 Sqn, KG374, David Lord, Arnhem, Holland, September 19th 1944 | |
| 1:400 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Douglas C-47 Skytrain | | 2" | | 2.75" |
On September 19th 1944, Douglas C47 "Dakota" YS-L piloted by Flt. Lt. David S. A. Lord DFC, along with others of 271 Squadron RAF Transport Command, took off from their base at Down Ampney in Gloustershire to re-supply beleaguered Allied troops at Arnhem in Holland. The troops had been surrounded and were pressed into a small area heavily defended by anti-aircraft guns. The crews were ordered to fly at 900 feet when dropping their containers to ensure accuracy and Flt. Lt. Lord's Dakota was hit twice by anti-aircraft fire but un-daunted he held his Dakota level and on course while the supplies were dropped.
Please note: An optional display stand is available separately if you wish to display this model "in-flight".
Designed to meet an American Airlines requirement for an enlarged version of the DC-2, the DC-3 was first flown on December 17th, 1935. Capable of carrying 24 passengers at a cruising speed of 180 mph, the DC-3's speed and long range revolutionized commercial air travel in the 1930s and 40s, when it carried 90 percent of the world's air travelers. Early DC-3s used Wright R-1820 Cyclone engines, but Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp Radials were fitted to later versions; these engines had better single engine performance and allowed the DC-3 to fly at higher altitudes. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The AeroClassics "1:400" range presents higly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of civilian aircraft in 1:400 scale. AeroClassics models are produced in extremely limited quantities, making them highly desirable to collectors.
AeroClassics 1:400 diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction, including wings and tail surfaces.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Permanently extended metal landing gear.
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