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

Towards P-47D Thunderbolt Razorback

The P-47 was the initial single-seated fighter to be built with a supercharger coupled with a 2000hp engine, and that can travel at very same thin air as bombers. Armed with eight 12.7mm machineguns, the Thunderbolt, with all the P-51 Mustang, constituted one of the keys fighters concerning the united states of america Army Air Force. This is the representation of P-47D very very early production that has been nicknamed "razorback" because of the as a type 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 which were performing raids over Germany. Its 1-ton payload and its particular robustness made the Thunderbolt a perfect aircraft for ground attacking missions.

Towards Model

• Sharp design of right back fuselage accurately reproduced.
• Unique stomach form completely 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 lb bombs and 2 x M10 rocket launchers.
• For additional precision, kit includes two various propellers to match decal markings.
• Decals for two fighter groups, including one from European countries then one through the Pacific.