Revell 1/72 C-54 Skymaster
The legendary C-54 was used for intercontinental transport operations and set numerous records. She was the first mass produced four-engine aircraft to make trans-atlantic crossings. The Douglas Aircraft Company began development of the DC-4 passenger aircraft in 1938. This was changed to become the C-54 long-range military transport aircraft after the United States entered the war in 1942. A total of 1,160 C-54 aircraft have been built. First flights across the Pacific to resupply troops fighting against the Japanese and repatriate the wounded began in 1942. Numerous modifications and special versions made the C-54 one of the most versatile of all military aircraft. Among other missions it also served as the President's airplane.
The C-54 achieved special recognition during the Berlin Airlift when it became known as the Candy Bomber . It was used to completely resupply the three Western Sectors of the city during 1948 -1949.
Revell has been entertaining, inspiring, and educating model builders for over 70 years. Revell brand is a testament to the popularity of detailed plastic model kits that are affordably priced. Launched in 1943, Revell initially produced a wide range of products, including train sets, scale buildings and "action pull toys" recreating some of America's most popular automobiles. However, the brand found its niche with a line of fast-building "Highway Pioneers" plastic model car kits in the early 1950s. After their success, Revell focused exclusively on making models that were as authentic as they were enjoyable. Most recently we are introducing our newest line, Revell Junior Kit, which allows children as young as age 5 to assemble and dis-assemble for hours of creative play. Revell manufactures model kits suitable for all ages. Revell are proud to carry on the tradition of accuracy and provide a challenging, and enjoyable pastime for all model hobby enthusiasts.
Features:
-Scale: 1/72
-Type: Full Kit
-Skill Level: 5
-Parts: 350
-Suitable Age: 13+
-Finely structured surfaces, recessed panel joints
-Detailed cockpit with instrument panel
-Detailed seats
-Detailed radio room with equipment
-Cargo hold door can be built in the open or closed position
-Inner bulkheads
-Complete set of interior seating
-Rest cabin with bunks
-Cargo hold floor with fine details
-Separate landing flaps
-Detailed interior fuselage walls
-Detailed forward undercarriage
-Separate ailerons
-Detailed tail-unit
-Detailed main under-carriage, 3 different wheel rims
-Rotating propellers
-Detailed twin radial engines with exhaust manifolds
-Any antennae
-Detailed nose area, 2 nose variants
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