Hasegawa 00138 - 1/72 P-47D Thunderbolt U.S. Army Air Force Fighter Model Kit - Historical Fighter Model  [HA-00138]

What to expect from the Hasegawa 1/72 P-47D Thunderbolt

The Hasegawa 1/72 P-47D Thunderbolt kit presents a well proportioned miniature of the WWII escort and ground attack fighter. Parts are moulded with attention to surface detail allowing modelmakers to recreate the aircrafts robust form at 1/72 scale.

Significance in wartime service

The Republic P-47D Thunderbolt was notable for surviving battle damage and delivering heavy firepower with eight .50 caliber machine guns. It often operated as a fighter-bomber, carrying bombs and rockets to support ground operations.

Building the kit - what to watch for

Expect a conventional glue-together build with separate clear canopy and finely cast components. Take care with alignment of the fuselage halves and cockpit placement to preserve the correct fuselage lines.

Collecting and display advice

The finished model has strong museum-style appeal when carefully finished. It works well on a small base or as part of a larger 1/72 scale squadron display, showing off the P-47Ds distinctive silhouette.