{"product_id":"revell-1-48-sbd-dauntless-wwii-carrier-dive-bomber-model-kit","title":"Revell 1\/48 SBD Dauntless – WWII Carrier Dive Bomber Model Kit","description":"\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eBring the legendary \"Slow But Deadly\" carrier aircraft to life with this authentic quarter-scale tribute to World War II naval aviation history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eThe Douglas SBD Dauntless stands as the pivotal dive bomber of the Pacific Theater, delivering the decisive blows at the Battle of Midway and anchoring carrier strike groups throughout the Solomon Islands campaign. Engineered with classic Monogram lineage, this 1\/48 scale kit captures the rugged silhouette and distinct operational engineering of the iconic US Navy dive bomber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003eFrom its signature perforated split dive flaps to the articulated undercarriage and pivoting rear defensive gunner station, this kit provides a rewarding project for military aviation hobbyists. The assembly process offers an engaging blend of moving mechanical features and diorama-ready display options, complete with flight crew and carrier deck personnel figures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features \u0026amp; Specifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eOperating Flight Features:\u003c\/b\u003e Functional retractable landing gear, pivoting rear defensive machine gun, movable dive flaps, and a centerline trapeze bomb drop mechanism.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eComplete Diorama Figure Crew:\u003c\/b\u003e Includes four detailed scale figures comprising a pilot, rear machine gunner, aircraft carrier deck handler, and Landing Signal Officer (LSO).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Perforated Dive Brakes:\u003c\/b\u003e Accurately rendered dive flaps engineered to be displayed in open dive or closed cruising configurations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eAuthentic Ordnance Loadout:\u003c\/b\u003e Equipped with a centerline 1,000 lb high-explosive bomb on an operating displacement trapeze alongside underwing auxiliary bombs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDual Historic Markings:\u003c\/b\u003e Premium waterslide decals featuring US Navy aircraft from USS Wasp during the Guadalcanal invasion (August 1942) and RNZAF No. 25 Squadron based in Seagrove, New Zealand (July 1943).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l3 level1 lfo1; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eMulti-Piece Glazing:\u003c\/b\u003e Transparent canopy sections allowing open or closed cockpit display options over detailed cockpit tubs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat’s in the Box?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePrecision-Molded Polystyrene Sprues:\u003c\/b\u003e 53 parts molded in crisp light gray polystyrene containing fuselage halves, wing assemblies, and crew figures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eClear Transparent Components:\u003c\/b\u003e Multi-piece cockpit canopy, rear gunner windscreen, and landing light lenses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eWaterslide Decal Sheet:\u003c\/b\u003e Complete national insignia, squadron markings, side numbers, and cockpit instrument panel dials.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIllustrated Assembly Instructions:\u003c\/b\u003e Step-by-step visual diagram booklet including dual-scheme camouflage paint conversion guides.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Product Details\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eManufacturer: Revell\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eProduct Number: 85-5249 (REV855249)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eScale: 1:48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSubject Type: Military Aviation \/ WWII Dive Bomber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eSkill Level: Level 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eModel Dimensions: Length: 7.75 in (19.7 cm) | Wingspan: 10.00 in (25.4 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003ePackaging Dimensions: 11.8 in L x 7.5 in W x 1.6 in H\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAge Recommendation: 12 Years and above\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo3; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003eAssembly Requirements: Unassembled plastic model kit; liquid plastic cement and model paints sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eTips:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eCanopy Masking \u0026amp; Clear Parts:\u003c\/b\u003e Mask the greenhouse canopy frames with low-tack modeling tape before cementing, and attach all transparent components using clear PVA canopy glue to prevent fogging from standard cyanoacrylate or solvent cements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003ePre-Painting Cockpit \u0026amp; Figures:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully paint and weather the interior fuselage sidewalls, cockpit floor, and the four crew figures prior to joining the fuselage halves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l4 level1 lfo4; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDecal Application over Gloss:\u003c\/b\u003e Apply a high-gloss clear coat across the airframe before applying waterslide decals to eliminate silvering around the US national insignia, finishing with a matte clear coat to replicate wartime non-specular camouflage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSuggested Colors (Revell Paint Match)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul style=\"margin-top: 0in;\" type=\"disc\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eLight Gray (FS36440):\u003c\/b\u003e Underside fuselage and lower wing surfaces (US Navy early-war scheme).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eNeutral Gray (FS36173):\u003c\/b\u003e Upper fuselage camouflage and RNZAF secondary scheme.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eIntermediate Blue (FS35164):\u003c\/b\u003e Upper fuselage side blends and RNZAF two-tone camouflage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eFlat Black:\u003c\/b\u003e Propeller blades, cockpit instrument panels, tires, and rear defensive machine gun.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal; mso-list: l2 level1 lfo5; tab-stops: list .5in;\"\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eYellow (FS13538):\u003c\/b\u003e Propeller blade safety tips and Landing Signal Officer signals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBuild the decisive naval dive bomber of the Pacific Theater and add the Revell 1\/48 SBD Dauntless to your scale aviation collection today.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0in; line-height: normal;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLineBreakNewLine]--\u003e\u003cbr style=\"mso-special-character: line-break;\"\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Revell","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54463636275484,"sku":"RVM-AIR 85 5249","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0047\/7560\/8431\/files\/Revell-SBD-Dauntless-Model-Building-Kits-Plastic.jpg?v=1787529542","url":"https:\/\/bellfordtoysandhobbies.com\/products\/revell-1-48-sbd-dauntless-wwii-carrier-dive-bomber-model-kit","provider":"Bellford Toys And Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}