{"product_id":"8001283014878-b-17f-flying-fortress","title":"Italeri 1487 B-17F Flying Fortress 1:72 Scale Plastic Model Kit\/Model Assembly","description":"\u003cmeta content=\"text\/html; charset=utf-8\" http-equiv=\"Content-Type\"\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes template to assemble and paint, full colour instructions. Paints and liquid glue for plastic model making not included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne of the most famous bombers of World War II also for the key role it played on the Western Front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGreat visibility in movies, TV series and video games especially the version featured on the cover: the famous \"Memphis Belle\". Interesting versions that can be achieved with the decal sheet (5 alternatives) characterized by the famous \"nose arts\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel Size: 31.2 cm \/ Box Size: 44 x 27 x 7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill (1 - 5) : 4\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003ePlastic model to assemble. Colour assembly instructions (English language not guaranteed). Paint and liquid glue for plastic model making not included. For references on suggested colours please check profile pictures or visit Italeri. Assembled model length 31.3 cm. The Boeing B-17 \"Flying Fortress\" four-engine heavy bomber was widely used by the United States Army Air Foce during World War II. It was produced in large numbers and used in particular by the 8th Air Force for strategic daytime bombing missions on the European front, with the support of the long-range fighter escort. The \"F\" version represents a decisive evolution from previous models. The Boeing B-17F was characterized by increased range, the ability to carry a significant offensive load and improved defensive armament consisting of ten .50 caliber machine guns. Particularly appreciated by crews was the ability of the B-17 \"Flying Fortress\" to return to base even with significant structural damage caused by enemy fire. For collectors over the age of 14\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rarewaves","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56822887481718,"sku":"8001283014878","price":33.8,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0092\/7504\/8033\/files\/orig_14477730_2731080_20260312080737.jpg?v=1775852718","url":"https:\/\/www.rarewaves.com\/products\/8001283014878-b-17f-flying-fortress","provider":"Rarewaves.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}