About This Item
This brand new 1/72 scale diecast airplane model features the Republic P-47D Thunderbolt Fighter Plane USAAF "Captain Daniel Boone 333rd Fighter Squadron, 318th Fighter Group" from the "Oxford Aviation" Series by Oxford Diecast. The model comes in the manufacturer’s original unopened packaging and includes a display stand. It features detailed exterior work, true-to-scale detail, realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real aircraft. This model does not have any openings and is made of diecast metal with some plastic parts, providing durability and a heavy, realistic feel. The airplane measures approximately 6.25 inches in length, 6.5 inches in width, and 1.25 inches in height. The Republic P-47D Thunderbolt was a USAAF fighter during World War II, armed with eight .50-caliber machine guns and capable of carrying up to 2,500 pounds of bombs or rockets. Capt. Daniel Boone of the 333rd Fighter Squadron, 318th Fighter Group flew this aircraft on numerous missions, including ground support and bomber escort operations during the Allied invasion of Italy and the Balkans. This 1:72 scale model features authentic markings of Boone's P-47D, including the distinctive "Checkertail Clan" nose art, making it a highly detailed and accurate collector’s piece perfect for enthusiasts of military history.
