Tamiya 1/48 Republic P-47D Thunderbolt – 61086

About the Republic P-47D Thunderbolt “Razorback”
The P-47 was the first single-seated fighter to be equipped with a supercharger paired with a 2000hp engine, allowing it to fly at the same very high altitude as bombers. The P-47 was armed with eight 12.7mm machine guns. With the P-51 Mustang, the Thunderbolt constituted the main fighters of the US Army Air 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 escorted the allied bombers that were conducting raids over Germany. Its 1-ton payload and its robustness made the Thunderbolt the perfect aircraft for ground attacking missions.
About the Model
&The US Army Air Force excellent P-47D fighter/bomber assembly kit. &1/48 scale, Overall Length: 230mm, Overall Width: 259mm. &This is the representation of P-47D early production that was nicknamed “razorback”. The massive form of the plane, especially its belly and its cowling, has been accurately reproduced. &Flaps come as separate parts and can be attached in the up or down position. three types of mirrors, gun sights and propellers are provided. &Engine cowling flaps and the intercooler air outlets on each side of the fuselage can be represented in the opened or closed position. &500lb bombs, rocket launchers and two types of drop tanks are part of the kit. &A pilot figure and decals for two different markings are included.