Academy Models 12452 TBF1 Avenger US Bomber - Plastic Model Airplane Kit - 1/72
U.S. Navy Torpedo Bomber TBF-1 - Academy 12452 Originally intended as a torpedo bomber during World War II, the TBF-1 Avenger filled many roles, including close support, training, and air patrol. As the biggest single-engine airframe of the war, the Avenger began production in 1940 and was delivered to the US Navy just in time for the Battle of Midway. In 1942, TBF-1s were delivered to VT-8 squadron at NAS Norfolk. Six aircraft were sent to Midway, where they fought Japanese naval forces. This Academy kit with over 45 plastic parts faithfully recreates the U.S. Navy Torpedo Bomber TBF-1 in 1:72 scale. HIGHLIGHTS New 2012 Release 1/72 scale model kit, former Frog mold U.S. Navy Torpedo Bomber TBF-1 Product code: 12452 Unassembled and unpainted High-quality grey plastic parts Features highly detailed: Landing gear Engraved panel lines and rivets Includes: Plastic and transparent parts for assembling U.S. Navy Torpedo Bomber TBF-1 Five sprues with more than 45 parts Pilot figure Display stand Detailed manual EAN: 0603550016516