Curtis SB2C-5 Helldiver

Sierra and Bolt embedded blanks with Curtis SB2C-5 Helldiver. All blanks will come with one COA per blank. COAs are 4" x 6" card stock with foil COA seal. The Curtis SB2C-5 Helldiver was a World War II dive bomber developed by Curtiss-Wright Corporation, serving as a crucial component of the U.S. Navy's air operations. Introduced in 1943, the SB2C-5 Helldiver was the final variant of the SB2C series, featuring several improvements over its predecessors. It had a more powerful engine, extended fuel capacity, and the capability to carry a greater bomb load, including torpedoes and depth charges. The Helldiver earned the nickname "The Beast" due to its rugged design and challenging handling characteristics, but it proved highly effective in its role. Despite initial issues with stability and performance, the SB2C-5's ability to deliver accurate, high-damage strikes made it indispensable in the latter stages of the Pacific Theater. It played a pivotal role in the destruction of Japanese