Tamiya 1/72 P-47D Thunderbolt Plastic Model Airplane Kit

The P-47 was the first single-seated fighter to be equipped with a supercharger coupled with a 2000hp engine, allowing it to fly at the exact same high altitude as bombers. Armed with eight 12.7mm machineguns, the Thunderbolt, with the P-51 Mustang, made up the main fighters of the US Army Flying Force. This is the representation of P-47D early production that was nicknamed "razorback" because of the shape of its upper fuselage behind the cockpit. The P-47D was a high-speed, high-altitude capable fighter and accompanied the allied bombers that were carrying out raids over Germany. Its 1-ton payload and its effectiveness made the Thunderbolt the ideal aircraft for ground assaulting missions.

Item offered as set, assembly required! Suggested tools inlcude parts sprue nippers, glue, and Tamiya TS paint.

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