Academy 1/72 Martin PBM-5A Mariner US Navy Flying Boat Model Kit

Academy 1/72 Martin PBM-5A Mariner US Navy Flying Boat Model Kit

Recreate one of the United States Navy's distinctive maritime patrol aircraft with the Academy 1/72 Martin PBM-5A Mariner plastic model kit. This detailed model represents the amphibious version of the famous twin-engine Mariner flying boat, an aircraft developed for long-range naval patrol, anti-submarine warfare, reconnaissance, and search and rescue operations.

With its distinctive gull wings, large boat-shaped fuselage, twin radial engines, and amphibious landing gear, the PBM-5A Mariner offers an modeling subject from the World War II and early Cold War eras. Academy's 1/72 scale kit includes detailed cockpit and interior components, opening bomb bays, positionable control surfaces, and multiple configuration options for an authentic naval aviation display.

Kit Features

• 1/72 scale Martin PBM-5A Mariner US Navy amphibious patrol aircraft
• Distinctive gull-wing flying boat design with twin radial engines
• Detailed cockpit and interior compartments
• Finely recessed exterior panel lines
• Positionable rudders, ailerons, and flaps
• Detailed engines with optional open or closed cowl flaps
• Opening bomb bays with interior detailing
• Choice of armed turret configuration or unarmed postwar appearance
• Optional three-blade or four-blade propellers
• Detailed amphibious landing gear components
• Clear cockpit glazing and aircraft windows
• Two historical United States Navy aircraft marking options
• Waterslide decals and illustrated assembly instructions
• Unassembled plastic model kit requiring painting and assembly

About the Subject

The Martin PBM Mariner was developed during the late 1930s as a large, twin-engine maritime patrol flying boat for the United States Navy. Designed to complement the Consolidated PBY Catalina, the Mariner provided increased size, payload capacity, and operational capability for demanding long-range missions over the ocean.

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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