Tamiya 60769 - 1/72 WB P-47D Thunderbolt Razorback  [60769]

About the P-47D Thunderbolt Razorback

The P-47 had been the first single-seated fighter to be built with a supercharger combined with a 2000hp engine, and can fly at exact same thin air as bombers. Armed with eight 12.7mm machineguns, the Thunderbolt, with the P-51 Mustang, constituted the key fighters regarding the United States Army Air Force. This is the representation of P-47D very early production that was nicknamed "razorback" due to the form of its top fuselage behind the cockpit. The P-47D ended up being a high-speed, high-altitude capable fighter and escorted the allied bombers that were performing raids over Germany. Its 1-ton payload and its particular robustness made the Thunderbolt an ideal aircraft for ground attacking missions.

Towards Model

• Sharp design of back fuselage accurately reproduced.
• Unique belly form perfectly replicated because of left-right symmetrical construction.
• Joining beams accustomed attach wings to fuselage, ensuring accurate wing angle.
• Loads of add-ons including 2 x 108 gallon tanks, 2 x 500 pound bombs and 2 x M10 rocket launchers.
• For additional precision, kit includes two different propellers to fit decal markings.
• Decals for just two fighter teams, including one from European countries and something through the Pacific.