1/32 B-17G Flying Fortress - Late Production
The B-17G Flying Fortress - Late Production in 1/32 scale by HK Models represents one of the last mass-produced versions of the iconic American heavy bomber. The B-17G was the backbone of the 8th Air Force's strategic air raids over Europe and earned the nickname "The Flying Fortress" due to its powerful armament and durability . The model features a detailed cockpit, realistic Wright R-1820 engines, full defensive armament and open bomb bay capability. The package does not include the paint or glue needed for assembly.
B-17G Flying Fortress - Late Production in 1/32 scale by HK Models depicts one of the most important versions of the famous Boeing B-17G, which was mass-produced at the end of World War II. This four-engine heavy bomber played a key role in the strategic bombing missions of the US 8th Air Force. Air Force over Nazi Germany, where it was instrumental in destroying enemy industrial and military targets.
The B-17G Late Production version brought several improvements over the early variants, including a reinforced higharmament, with up to 13 12.7 mm Browning M2 machine guns protecting the bomber from all sides against German fighter attacks. The last machines produced of this version often had different technical details, including aerodynamic modifications and simplifiedwhich allowed them to be produced more quickly and deployed in the final months of the war.
This 1/32 scale model brings a high level of detail and precision workmanship:
- Fully equipped cockpit with realistic control panels
- Fully detailed bomb bay with the ability to open
- Four Wright R-1820 Cyclone engines that can be assembled in an open configuration
- Full defensive armament with swivel gun turrets and side-mounted machine guns
- Authentic surface paneling, matching the historical models
- Possibility of assembling various late production versions
The high quality workmanship and historical significance of the aircraft make the B-17G Flying Fortress - Late Production ideal choice for modelers interested in American heavy bombers and WWII air operations.
The package does not include paint or glue needed for assembly.
| Category: | Aircraft and Helicopters |
|---|---|
| Weight: | 2.75 kg |
| EAN: | 4897041570199 |
| Nationality: | USA |
| Period: | World War II |
| Scale: | 1/32 |
| Typ: | Letadla |
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