1/72 Airfix North American B-25C/D Mitchell A06015A

1/72 Airfix North American B-25C/D Mitchell Bomber Plastic Model Kit A06015A

Build an authentic replica of the legendary North American B-25 Mitchell, the versatile American medium bomber that became famous for the daring Doolittle Raid on Tokyo and served with distinction in every theater of World War II, with this precision 1/72 scale model kit from Airfix. This advanced-level kit features 165 parts and captures the rugged design and devastating firepower of this iconic bomber.

Product Features:

• Scale: 1/72
• Parts count: 165 pieces
• Skill level: Advanced (Level 3)
• Build time: Approximately 3 hours
• Dimensions: 233MM length x 286MM wingspan x 69.2MM height when completed
• Two variant options: Build as B-25C or B-25D (manufacturer variants)
• Twin Wright R-2600 engines: Detailed radial engine nacelles
• Glazed nose section: Bombardier position with excellent visibility
• Defensive armament: Multiple machine gun positions
• Detailed crew positions: Pilot, bombardier, and gunner stations
• Engraved panel lines: Authentic surface detail
• Two marking options: USAAF schemes including Doolittle Raid configuration
• Manufacturer: Airfix
• SKU: AIRA06015A

What's Included:

• Plastic model kit with 165 parts
• Instruction sheet with step-by-step assembly guide
• Paint layout sheet with color references
• Decal sheet with two marking options

Historical Background:

The role of medium bomber proved to be one of the most crucial during the Second World War and after something of a challenging service introduction, the North American B-25 Mitchell developed into a highly successful aircraft. Seeing service in every theatre of operation, the B-25 was the most versatile aircraft of its type, fulfilling a multitude of tactical roles in many different operating environments.

Arguably, the most famous action involving the North American B-25 Mitchell came just after 8 AM on 18th April 1942, when sixteen of the bombers lifted off the relatively short deck of USS Hornet and set course for Japan. Intended as a strike at the heart of the Japanese Empire, which had infamously attacked the US Pacific Fleet at Pearl Harbor, this audacious and heroic raid illustrated the resolve of the American people and the determination of their military forces to strive for victory.

The early B-25B aircraft used on the Doolittle Raid performed well but were already in the process of being upgraded. The later C/D model (different letters were used to denote the manufacturer) proved to be the definitive version of this extremely effective medium bomber and was the first truly mass-produced version of the aircraft. An extremely rugged and versatile aircraft, the Mitchell saw service as an anti-submarine patrol aircraft off the coast of Florida and as a strike bomber in the deserts of North Africa, proving successful at both. Some of the later versions of the B-25 became the most heavily armed aircraft of the war, with no less than 18 machine guns and an array of other offensive weaponry. With a solid nose housing 8 heavy guns, these aircraft were lethal gunships, capable of destroying anything in their line of fire.

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