{"product_id":"hobbyboss-1-48-p-47d-thunderbolt-fighter-85804-wwii-usaaf-american-fighter-aircraft-easy-assembly-authentic-kit-plastic-model-nz-stock","title":"HobbyBoss 1\/48 P-47D Thunderbolt Fighter 85804 WWII USAAF American Fighter Aircraft Easy Assembly Authentic Kit Plastic Model NZ Stock","description":"\u003cp\u003e• 1\/48 scale Republic P-47D Thunderbolt Fighter plastic model kit by HobbyBoss (Kit No. 85804)\u003cbr\u003e• Part of the HobbyBoss Easy Assembly Authentic Kit series, designed for straightforward assembly while retaining the distinctive appearance of the original aircraft\u003cbr\u003e• Represents the legendary Republic P-47D Thunderbolt, one of the most powerful and heavily armed American single-engine fighters of World War II\u003cbr\u003e• Developed by Republic Aviation for the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF)\u003cbr\u003e• Affectionately nicknamed the “Jug” by pilots and ground crews\u003cbr\u003e• The P-47 Thunderbolt entered combat service in 1943 and became one of the most important American fighter aircraft of WWII\u003cbr\u003e• Features the distinctive large radial engine cowling, robust fuselage, broad wings and powerful fighter aircraft silhouette\u003cbr\u003e• Powered by the Pratt \u0026amp; Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp, an 18-cylinder, air-cooled radial engine producing approximately 2,000 horsepower in many wartime configurations\u003cbr\u003e• Equipped with a sophisticated turbo-supercharger system that provided excellent high-altitude performance\u003cbr\u003e• Capable of reaching speeds of approximately 690 km\/h (430 mph), depending on the aircraft variant and operating conditions\u003cbr\u003e• Armed with eight .50-calibre (12.7mm) Browning M2 machine guns, four mounted in each wing\u003cbr\u003e• The Thunderbolt's heavy machine-gun armament made it highly effective against enemy aircraft and ground targets\u003cbr\u003e• Designed initially as a high-altitude escort fighter and interceptor\u003cbr\u003e• Later became particularly successful as a fighter-bomber and ground-attack aircraft\u003cbr\u003e• Capable of carrying external bombs and rockets, depending on the aircraft configuration\u003cbr\u003e• Widely used for close air support, armed reconnaissance, railway attacks and battlefield interdiction\u003cbr\u003e• The P-47D was the most extensively produced version of the Thunderbolt family\u003cbr\u003e• Served with numerous USAAF fighter groups throughout the European and Pacific theatres\u003cbr\u003e• Played an important role in Allied air operations during the Normandy campaign and the liberation of Western Europe\u003cbr\u003e• Known for its exceptionally rugged construction and ability to survive significant combat damage\u003cbr\u003e• The air-cooled radial engine eliminated the vulnerability of a liquid-cooling radiator system, contributing to its reputation for durability\u003cbr\u003e• The Thunderbolt was particularly effective in low-level attacks against enemy transport, vehicles and military infrastructure\u003cbr\u003e• Also operated by Allied air forces, including the Royal Air Force, Free French Air Forces and Brazilian Air Force\u003cbr\u003e• The P-47 family remained in military service after World War II with several international operators\u003cbr\u003e• More than 15,600 P-47 Thunderbolts were produced across all variants\u003cbr\u003e• The P-47D represents an important chapter in American fighter development and Allied air superiority during WWII\u003cbr\u003e• Easy Assembly design offers a simpler building experience compared with highly complex multi-part aircraft kits\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for modellers seeking a rewarding WWII aircraft project without excessive assembly complexity\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/48 scale provides an impressive display size, with the original aircraft's approximately 12.4-metre wingspan translating to around 26cm\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for collectors of WWII American fighter aircraft, USAAF warbirds, Republic Aviation aircraft and military aviation history\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent companion to P-51 Mustang, P-38 Lightning, P-40 Warhawk, F4U Corsair and Bf 109 model kits\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for WWII Allied airfield, fighter squadron, maintenance and ground-attack dioramas\u003cbr\u003e• Offers excellent opportunities for historically inspired USAAF Olive Drab and Neutral Grey camouflage or natural metal finishes, depending on the aircraft represented\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for realistic panel line washes, exhaust staining, gun smoke marks, paint chipping, oil streaks and operational weathering\u003cbr\u003e• The distinctive radial engine cowling and broad wings make the Thunderbolt an instantly recognisable display subject\u003cbr\u003e• A classic addition to any collection of World War II fighter aircraft and American military aviation models\u003cbr\u003e• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled\u003cbr\u003e• Glue and paint not included\u003cbr\u003e• Recommended for modellers aged 14+\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobbyboss","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52102453559542,"sku":"85804","price":37.95,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0702\/3227\/7238\/files\/85804.jpg?v=1793593865","url":"https:\/\/www.imaginefleet.co.nz\/products\/hobbyboss-1-48-p-47d-thunderbolt-fighter-85804-wwii-usaaf-american-fighter-aircraft-easy-assembly-authentic-kit-plastic-model-nz-stock","provider":"Imaginefleet Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}