Academy 1/72 B-17E Flying Fortress USAAF Pacific Theater Model Kit
Academy 1/72 B-17E Flying Fortress USAAF Pacific Theater Model Kit
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Academy 1/72 B-17E Flying Fortress USAAF Pacific Theater Model Kit
Recreate one of America's most famous World War II heavy bombers with the Academy 1/72 Boeing B-17E Flying Fortress USAAF Pacific Theater plastic model kit. This special edition of the legendary four-engine bomber represents the early Flying Fortresses that fought against Japanese forces during the opening years of the Pacific War.
Featuring precisely engraved cockpit and landing gear details, realistic panel lines and rivets, and high-quality Cartograf waterslide decals, this Academy B-17E model kit offers a detailed building project for World War II aviation enthusiasts. Its distinctive early-war bomber configuration and historical Pacific Theater markings make it an addition to any US Army Air Forces aircraft collection.
Kit Features
- 1/72 scale Boeing B-17E Flying Fortress heavy bomber
- USAAF Pacific Theater special edition
- Detailed cockpit and interior components
- Precisely engraved panel lines and rivet details
- Detailed landing gear assemblies
- Distinctive early B-17E fuselage and tail configuration
- Four-engine heavy bomber design with radial engine nacelles
- Detailed defensive gun positions and turrets
- High-quality Cartograf waterslide decals
- Four historical aircraft finishing options
- Clear aircraft glazing components
- Illustrated assembly instructions
- Unassembled plastic model kit requiring painting and assembly
About the Subject
The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress became one of the most recognizable American heavy bombers of World War II. Originally developed during the 1930s, the B-17 was designed to conduct long-range bombing missions while using multiple defensive machine guns to protect itself against enemy fighters.
Planning Your Build
Read 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.
Assembly is required. Follow the instructions for the appropriate adhesives and finishing supplies; check the listed contents before purchasing additional materials.
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