Douglas B-26K Counter Invader “Special Kay” EAA AirVenture 2018, 1/72 Scale Diecast Model

Hobby MasterSKU: HBM-HA 3227
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Description

  • Air Power Series
  • Highly detailed realistic collectible model
  • Diecast & plastic parts.
  • Display stand included Interchangeable landing gear
  • Measures approximately: 8.25” L x 11.75” Wingspan
  • Box dimension: 11.2” L x 11.2” W x 3.4” H
  • Display model, recommended for hobbyists and collectors 14 years and above.

          In 1941 Douglas Aircraft Company began work on their twin-engine medium-bomber A-26 Invader. By the end of production there were 2,452 aircraft produced for all variants. The A-26/B-26 was the only U.S. bomber to take part in three wars, WWII, Korea and Vietnam. The confusion with the use of the designation B-26 began when the Martin B-26 Marauder was retired and in 1948 the USAF dropped the “A” (Attack) designator, so the Douglas A-26 Invader became the B-26 Invader. The A-26 made its first European appearance in late 1944.

           

          During the 1960s On Mark engineering modified 40 B-26 aircraft, formerly A-26s, to perform night interdiction missions in Laos. One of the 40 aircraft to be converted was B-26K serial No. 64-17679 “Special Kay” that flew missions in Europe during WWII and later for the CIA. Later in the US it was used as a B-26K combat trainer. In 1972 AF64-679 was surplus and 1977 sold to fight fires in Canada. In 1978 the pilot crash landed ruining landing gear and props but 9 years later it was saved and rebuilt making it the only airworthy B-26K.

          This Hobby Master model is a replica of B-26K Counter Invader AF64-17679 “Special Kay” the last flying B-26K.

          As with most Hobby Master models, this B-26K features engraved panel lines, antennas, surface details and authentic markings. The canopy opens and reveals a well-appointed cockpit (with instrumentation details). The model also comes with full weapons complement, optional-position landing gear and a display stand.

          This is a great addition to your diecast aircraft collection.

          Specifications :

          Production for the USAAF:

          1,091

          Role:

          Bomber/Pathfinder observation with Plexiglas nose and Norden bomb sight

          Crew:

          3 X Pilot, Bombardier/Navigator/Pilot, Gunner

          Dimensions

          Length:

          50 ft 9 in

          Wingspan:

          70 ft 0 in

          Height:

          18 ft 6 in

          Weight:

          Empty:

          22,370 lbs

          Maximum take-off:

          35,000 lbs

          Performance

          Engines:

          2 x Pratt & Whitney R-2800-79 radial piston with water injection each producing 2,000 hp

          Maximum speed:

          373 mph

          Cruising Speed:

          284 mph

          Range:

          1,400 mi

          Service Ceiling:

          28,000 ft

          Armament:

          2 X 0.5 in. Browning M.G. in nose firing forward

          2 X 0.5 in. Browning M.G. in dorsal turret

          2 X 0.5 in. Browning M.G. in ventral turret

          6 X 0.5 in. guns could be added to the wings in the field

          Bombs

          Maximum Internal - 4,000 lbs and

          Maximum Under-Wing – 2,000 lbs or

          14 X 5 inch rockets

           

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