GeminiJets Gemini 200 G2USN1137
Convair C-131F Samaritan Diecast Model
USN, #141017, NAS Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, 1986 | |
| 1:200 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Convair C-131F Samaritan | | 4.75" | | 6.25" |
Based on the Convair CV-340 airliner and given the Navy designation R4Y-1 a total of 36 Samaritans served the U.S. Navy as staff transports. Essentially identical to the civil version the primary difference between them is the addition of a large cargo door on the side of the military aircraft. The civil CV-340 was designed as an upgrade to the earlier CV-240. It first flew in October 1951. The first were delivered to the military in 1952 and they continued in service until well into the 1980s. The Samaritan performed an unglamorous, but vital role by moving military personnel quickly and efficiently between bases.
Designed as a replacement for the DC-3, the Convair 240 was first flown on July 8th, 1946. The design spawned a series of larger variants, affectionately known as the "Convairliners". © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The GeminiJets "Gemini 200" range presents higly-detailed, ready-made diecast models of civilian and military aircraft in 1:200 scale. Prized by collectors worldwide, Gemini define the benchmark by which other 1:200 aircraft brands are judged.
GeminiJets "Gemini 200" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction, including wings and tail surfaces.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Permanently extended metal landing gear with rolling rubber tires.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
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