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TAM61123 1:48 Tamiya Lockheed P-38J Lightning

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The Tamiya Lockheed P-38 J Lightning 1/48 Model Airplane Kit has been designed to bring yet another legendary aircraft to the Tamiya 1/48 scale model lineup. The full-sized Lockheed P-38 Lightning made its first flight in January of 1939 with the P-38 J variant taking flight in 1943. The J version featured streamlined engine nacelles that fitted the turbo-supercharger intercooler system as well as the oil cooler for increased protection during combat. Powered by two Allison V-1710-81 or V1710-91, each producing over 1400hp, this plane was capable of speeds over 400mph and had a combat range of 1300 miles. Tamiya has brought extreme attention to detail in this 1/48 scale P-38 J Lighting model.


NOTE: Photo of completed model is for illustrative purposes only. This is a model kit that requires assembly. Hobby tools, adhesive and paint will be needed to complete the model.

Features:

  • Accurately formed twin-engine, twin-tail plane design with radiator fairing and larger engine cowlings
  • Realistic renderings of air ducts connecting intercoolers to oil coolers
  • Both turbo-superchargers are realistically depicted
  • Authentically recreated canopy with flat front glass and 2-part third canopy
  • The second canopy can be depicted as opened or closed
  • Parts added to depict wingtip leading edges to depict refueling ports
  • Accurately detailed cockpit with gun-grip style stick
  • Updated fork-style nose gear with reinforced main gear
  • Depicts accurate dihedral angle
  • Weights for the nose and right/left engine cowlings are included to ensure proper balance when displayed
  • Comes with three marking options, including the “Marge" P-38J which the US ace pilot, Richard Ira Bong flew
  • Comes with canopy masking stickers and a full-color painting guide

Specifications:
Scale: 1/48
Length: 240mm
Wingspan: 330mm

Includes:

  • (1) Tamiya Lockheed P-38 J Lightning Model

Needed to Complete:

  • Model Cement
  • Paint and Finishing Supplies
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