The Lockheed P-38 Lightning was developed in response to a 1937 proposal from the United States Army Air Corps. Its unique twin-boom design housed twin V12 engines, with the cockpit and weaponry in the central nacelle. With its impressive range, firepower, and carrying capacity, the P-38 proved to be a superior fighter-bomber, making a significant impact in Europe from 1942 and in the Pacific War later that year. Notably, it shot down Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto in 1943, boosting Allied morale.
1:48 scale plastic model assembly kit. Length: 240mm, width: 330mm Accurate depiction of early model slimline engine cowlings, wing shape, and rounded canopy design Sturdy assembly and accurate angle recreation with integrated landing gear bay and wing spar parts Choose between P-38F and P-38G canopy designs, with options for open or closed assembly Detailed cockpit featuring control wheel, bulletproof glass plate, rear-mounted radio equipment, and more Secure one-piece tailplane horizontal stabiliser with sliding and rudder components Metallic finish decals for main and nose landing gear strut cylinders Depictions of four 12.7mm machine guns and 20mm cannon on the nose Weights included for correct balance when displayed Includes a seated pilot figure, two marking options, and an informative background information leaflet in four languages This kit is a detailed scale model for hobbyists. Glue and paint sold separately. Contains small parts. Actual product may vary slightly from the pictures shown.
