American training aircraft Stearman PT-13/N2S-2/5 Kaydet 1:32 ICM 32052

Plastic model airplane for assembly: American training aircraft Stearman PT-13/N2S-2/5 Kaydet 1:32 ICM 32052

The plastic model for assembly: American training aircraft Stearman PT-13/N2S-2/5 Kaydet in 1:32 scale from ICM (catalog number 32052) is an excellent proposition for aviation and modeling enthusiasts. This detailed kit allows you to recreate one of the most famous training aircraft used by the armed forces of the United States in the 1930s and 1940s.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:32
• Manufacturer: ICM
• Catalog number: 32052

History and significance of the Stearman PT-13/N2S-2/5 Kaydet:

The Stearman Model 75, also known as the Kaydet, is an American biplane that played a key role as a training aircraft during World War II. At least 10,626 units were produced, making it one of the most widely used training aircraft of that era. This aircraft was the primary training tool for the United States Army Air Forces, the United States Navy (under the designations NS and N2S), and the Royal Canadian Air Force.

The Stearman PT-13/N2S-2/5 Kaydet was a conventional biplane with a sturdy construction, equipped with large, fixed tailwheel landing gear. The aircraft featured open cockpits in a tandem arrangement, allowing simultaneous training for both the pilot and the instructor. It was typically powered by a radial engine, which often remained uncovered, although some operators chose to cover it.

Assembly and painting kit. Does not include paints or glue. For assembly, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.