Douglass SBD-3 Dauntless Dive Bomber Plane (United States Navy 1938) 1/72 Diecast Model by Warbirds of WWII
- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of a Douglass SBD-3 Dauntless Dive Bomber Plane (United States Navy 1938) diecast model by Warbirds of WWII.
- Brand new box.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Officially licensed product.
- Comes with display stand.
- This model does not have any opening parts.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
- Dimensions approximately Length- 5.25, Wingspan- 6.75 inches.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability an a heavy, realistic feel.
- It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
- HISTORICAL ASPECTS:
- First flown in 1938, The Douglas SBD Dauntless was the United States Navy's main dive-bomber during World War II. The Dauntless featured "Swiss cheese" flaps-dive brakes punched with 3-inch holes, which helped it achieve pinpoint accuracy when diving to the target. The cockpit accommodated the pilot, who doubled as the bombardier and manned a fixed-forward gun. The rear cockpit contained a machine gun and played a major defensive role. During the Battle of Midway, SBD dive-bomber attacks fatally damaged all four of the Japanese aircraft carriers, and heavily damaged two cruisers.
