USAAF B-25B The Battle of Midway 80th Anniversary 1:48 Academy 12336

Plastic model airplane to assemble: USAAF B-25B The Battle Of Midway 80th Anniversary 1:48 Academy 12336

The USAAF B-25B "The Battle Of Midway" 80th Anniversary model kit in 1:48 scale from the renowned company Academy is an excellent proposition for model enthusiasts and aviation history buffs. This detailed set allows you to recreate one of the most famous American medium bombers from World War II, which played a key role in many military operations, including the famous Doolittle Raid.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:48
• Accurately reproduced cockpit interior and bomb bay
• Precisely made panel lines and rivets
• The set includes masks for the cabin glazing
• Painting options for bombers used in the Doolittle Raid

Includes decals with sixteen marking options, including:

• USAAF B-25B, Aircraft No. 7, 02261 "RUPTURED DUCK"
• USAAF B-25B, Aircraft No. 11, 02249 "Hari Kari-er"
• USAAF B-25B, Aircraft No. 9, 02303 "WHIRLING DERVISH"
• USAAF B-25B, Aircraft No. 3, 02270 "WHISKEY PETE"

Historical background: The North American B-25 Mitchell is an American medium bomber introduced into service in 1941, named after Brigadier General William "Billy" Mitchell, a pioneer of American military aviation. The B-25 was used by many Allied air forces and served on all fronts of World War II. After the war, many of these aircraft remained in service for decades. Nearly 10,000 units were produced in various variants, making it the most widely produced American medium bomber.

The B-25 played a crucial role in the Pacific War, especially in the Doolittle Raid, which was the first American air attack on Japanese territory. This bomber was also used in campaigns in the Aleutians, New Guinea, the Solomon Islands, China, Burma, and in the island-hopping campaign in the Central Pacific. Due to its versatility, the B-25 became an effective weapon against enemy naval units, as well as in attacks on ground targets.

The Battle of Midway: The Battle of Midway, which took place from June 4 to 7, 1942, was one of the most important naval engagements in the Pacific during World War II. The Japanese fleet, commanded by Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto, suffered a decisive defeat at the hands of the American Pacific Fleet. By breaking Japanese codes, the Americans were able to prepare an effective ambush that resulted in the sinking of four Japanese aircraft carriers and the heavy cruiser Mikuma. This battle, along with the campaign in Guadalcanal, is considered a turning point in the Pacific War.

Assembly and painting kit. Does not include paints or glue. To assemble, 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.