1/32 Trumpeter P-47D "Razorback" Fighter - 02262

The P-47 was a big (7-ton) and very powerful high-altitude fighter, commonly called "the Jug". The project started in 1939. And deliveries started late in 1942. A total of 15683 of these US fighter aircraft were built in WWII. Early on, the P-47 was designed as an interceptor, but later it proved to be an outstanding combat plane both in bomber escort and ground attack duty. Its great structural strength and massive radial engine could withstand damage better than the other plane. P-47D. This model was the major production version, and 6,315 were built. This aircraft was powered by a water-injected version of the 2,000-hp R-2800 engine, which gave it a top speed of 433 mph at 30,000 feet. The P-47 models prior to the D-25 became known as "Razorbacks".

• Wingspan: 40 ft., 9 in.
• Length: 36 ft., 2 in.
• Height: 14 ft., 2 in.
• Empty Weight: 10,000 lb.
• Maximum Weight: 17,500 lb.
• Powerplant: 1 Pratt & Whitney R-2800 2,000hp
• Max Speed: 429mph @ 20,000 ft.
• Range (with maximum external fuel): 1,800 miles
• Service ceiling: 40,000 ft.
• Armament: 8, .50-caliber machine 
  

• Scale: 1/32
  
• Item Type: Static Kit
  
• Model Brief:
  • Length: 344mm
  • Wing: 388mm
  • Height:139mm
    
• Total Parts: 428 pcs
  
• Metal Parts: 1pcs
  
• Photo Etched Parts: 1pcs
  
• Film Parts: 1pcs
  
• Total Sprues: 17pcs
  
• Paint Schemes: P-47D (42-75242) of Capt Michael Quirk, 62nd FS/56TH FG, Halesworth, February 1944.