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1:72 HAWKER TYPHOON 1B

1:72 HAWKER TYPHOON 1B

Item: ACA12462
Dimensions: (H x W x L) 0.0 x 0.0 x 0.0
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HAWKER TYPHOON IB
Scale: 1/72
Item # 1664

The Hawker Typhoon was originally designed as an interceptor, but
its poor performance and structural failures of the rear
fuselage at altitudes 20,000 feet almost ended its service at the
start.

Various changes were made to save this program. In late 1942,
equipped with four 20mm Hispano cannons, external bomb load of up
2,000 lbs., and most importantly, the improved Sabre IIA engine,
the Typhoon proved that it could outperform the fighter-bombers
in the Luftwaffe at low-level altitudes.

In 1943, the Typhoon IB "Tiffy" was fitted with a bubble canopy
to provide the pilot with unobstructed rear view. Its unsurpassed
speed combined with the firing power of rocket projectiles made
"Tiffy" an integral part of the Allied fighter-bomber group. The
Typhoon's continuous low-level attacks on shipping and armored
divisions contributed to the success on D-Day.

Fully engraved pannel lines and rivet detail.
Optional position canopy and landing gear door.
Highly detailed cockpit interior and landing gear bay.