{"product_id":"acd12340","title":"Academy 1\/48 USN TBF-1C Avenger Battle of Leyte Gulf Model Kit","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAcademy 1\/48 USN TBF-1C Avenger Battle of Leyte Gulf Model Kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecreate one of the most recognizable American naval aircraft of World War II with the \u003cstrong\u003eAcademy 1\/48 Grumman TBF-1C Avenger \"Battle of Leyte Gulf\" plastic model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e. Developed as a carrier-based torpedo bomber for the United States Navy, the Grumman Avenger became an essential part of American naval aviation during the Pacific War, participating in major carrier battles, anti-submarine patrols, and attacks against enemy shipping.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1\/48 scale aircraft model represents the TBF-1C Avenger, an improved variant of the famous three-crew torpedo bomber. With its distinctive broad wings, large fuselage, enclosed defensive gun turret, and torpedo-carrying bomb bay, the Avenger is an subject for World War II aircraft enthusiasts and naval aviation modelers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKit Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/48 scale Grumman TBF-1C Avenger torpedo bomber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBattle of Leyte Gulf-themed United States Navy aircraft model\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive three-crew torpedo bomber configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed aircraft fuselage, wings, and tail surfaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCharacteristic dorsal defensive gun turret\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReproduction of the Avenger's radial-engine aircraft design\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic model components for assembly and painting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorld War II naval aviation display subject\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUnassembled scale model kit requiring assembly and finishing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Subject\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eGrumman TBF Avenger\u003c\/strong\u003e was developed to replace the Douglas TBD Devastator as the United States Navy's primary carrier-based torpedo bomber. Entering service in 1942, the Avenger quickly became an important part of American carrier aviation during World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanning Your Build\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead the marking guide before selecting colors. Dry-fit the major airframe parts and plan cockpit painting before closing the fuselage. Paints, masking materials and tools can be selected to suit the finish you want.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAssembly is required. Follow the instructions for the appropriate adhesives and finishing supplies; check the listed contents before purchasing additional materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Models\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy\"\u003eAcademy\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-aircraft\"\u003eAcademy Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-aircraft-1-48\"\u003eAcademy 1\/48 Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/academy-wwii-aircraft\"\u003eAcademy WWII Aircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFind finishing materials in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/paint-store\"\u003eMega Hobby Paint Store\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/tools-supplies\"\u003eTools \u0026amp; Supplies\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academy","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67960937349194,"sku":"ACD12340","price":39.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0565\/3066\/5546\/files\/megahobby-acd12340-01.jpg?v=1794452219","url":"https:\/\/megahobby.com\/products\/acd12340","provider":"Mega Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}