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Italeri B-17F Flying Fortress
Brand: Italeri
Part No: HC-1487
$48.41
RRP $56.95
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Italeri’s B-17F Flying Fortress in 1:72 scale (HC-1487) pays tribute to Boeing’s four-engine heavy bomber used extensively by the United States Army Air Forces in World War II, notably by the 8th Air Force on daytime strategic missions over Europe. The F-variant brought greater range, strong offensive payload capacity and improved defensive armament with ten 0.50 calibre machine guns. Celebrated for its resilience, the B-17 often returned to base despite heavy damage.
This detailed plastic model measures 31.3 cm in length and includes an interesting decal set offering five alternative schemes featuring creative nose art, ideal for varied display options.
Key Features
- Scale: 1:72
- Model length: 31.3 cm
- F-variant highlights: extended operational range, substantial payload and enhanced defensive armament (ten 0.50 calibre machine guns)
- One of the most famous WW2 bombers for its role during European campaigns
- Decal set with five alternatives featuring distinctive nose art
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The Boeing B-17 "Flying Fortress" is a four-engine heavy bomber that was extensively employed by the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. It was produced in large numbers and saw widespread use, particularly by the 8th Air Force, for daytime strategic bombing missions over the European front, often with the support of long-range fighter escorts. The “F” variant marked a significant advancement over earlier models. The Boeing B-17F featured extended operational range, the ability to carry a substantial offensive payload, and enhanced defensive armament consisting of ten .50 calibre machine guns. One of the most appreciated features among flight crews was the B-17’s remarkable ability to return to base despite sustaining heavy structural damage from enemy fire.
Key Info:
- Scale is 1:72
- Size of the model is 31.3cm
- One of the most famous WW2 bombers for its role played during European campaigns
- Interesting set of decals with five alternatives characterised by the creative nose art
Key Info:
- Brand: Italeri
- Part No: HC-1487
- Barcode: 8001283014878
- Scale: 1:72
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