1/72 B29A Old Battler USAAF Bomber

USAAF B-29A, Old Battler - Academy 12517

The B-29 Superfortress is a heavy bomber of the USAAC intended for high-altitude strategic bombing. This bomber took its first flight in 1942 and, at the time of its development, was the most technologically advanced plane ever built. The B-29A is known for dropping the first atomic bomb, as well as confronting the Japanese during the latter half of WWII. This kit comprises over 160 transparent and plastic parts ready for a faithful recreation of USAAF B-29A with five finishing markings in 1/72 scale. The fully assembled 1/72 scale model is 42.1cm long and 11.7cm tall.

HIGHLIGHTS
New 2015 Release
1/72 scale model kit
USAAF B-29A, "Old Battler"
Product code: 12517
Special edition
Dimensions:
Length 421.6mm (16.6")
Height 116.8mm (4.6")
Unassembled and unpainted
High-quality grey plastic parts
Features highly detailed:
Interior and cockpit
Bomb bay
Engraved panel lines and rivets
Optional position of bomb bay door and landing gear door
Includes:
Plastic and transparent parts for assembling B-29A bomber
Ten sprues with more than 160 parts
Five finishing options
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Cartographic decals
Detailed manual