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Build a legendary piece of US Navy carrier aviation history with this highly detailed 1/48 scale model of the Douglas SBD-5 Dauntless dive bomber from Academy Models. This kit represents the aircraft as it appeared during the Battle of the Philippine Sea in June 1944, one of the largest carrier battles in history where Dauntless dive bombers played a crucial role in the decisive American victory known as the 'Great Marianas Turkey Shoot.'
The Battle of the Philippine Sea (June 19-20, 1944) was the largest carrier-to-carrier battle in history and a decisive American victory. SBD-5 Dauntless dive bombers from US Navy carriers participated in strikes against the Japanese Mobile Fleet, contributing to the destruction of three Japanese carriers and the loss of over 600 Japanese aircraft in what became known as the 'Great Marianas Turkey Shoot.' This battle effectively ended Japanese carrier aviation as an offensive force and secured American control of the Marianas Islands, bringing B-29 bombers within range of the Japanese home islands.
The Douglas SBD (Scout Bomber Douglas) Dauntless was the United States Navy's main carrier-based scout and dive bomber from mid-1940 through mid-1944. The SBD-5 variant, introduced in 1943, featured increased ammunition capacity for the forward-firing .50 caliber machine guns (from 360 to 1,000 rounds) and a more powerful 1,200 horsepower Wright R-1820-60 engine. The Dauntless earned its legendary status at the Battle of Midway in June 1942, where it delivered fatal blows to four Japanese carriers. The type earned its nickname 'Slow But Deadly' from its SBD initials. During its combat service, the SBD proved to be an excellent naval scout plane and dive bomber, possessing long range, good handling characteristics, maneuverability, potent bomb load, great diving characteristics from the perforated dive brakes, good defensive armament, and exceptional ruggedness.
This unassembled plastic model kit requires plastic cement, paint, and modeling tools. We recommend using authentic USN colors including Light Gray, Blue Gray, and Non-Specular Sea Blue for period-accurate finishes representing Dauntless aircraft during the Philippine Sea campaign.
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Academy Models is a renowned South Korean manufacturer of high-quality plastic model kits. With decades of experience, Academy produces accurate, well-engineered kits across multiple scales and subjects. Visit Academy's official website to learn more about their complete product line and company history.
