Douglas A-1H Skyraider VA-176 “Thunderballs”, USS Intrepid 1966, 1:72 Scale Diecast Model For Cheap

Description

Douglas A-1H Skyraider VA-176 “Thunderballs”, USS Intrepid 1966, 1:72 Scale Diecast Model

• Air Power Series
• Highly detailed realistic collectible model
• Diecast & plastic parts.
• Display stand included Interchangeable landing gear
• Measures approximately: 6.5” L x 8.25” Wingspan
• Display model, recommended for hobbyists and collectors 14 years and above.

The A-1 Skyraider originated as a carrier-based torpedo and dive bomber. Deliveries as the AD-1 to the Navy began in November 1946 and in 1962 was renamed A-1. It was the first single-seat torpedo/dive bomber to serve with the Navy. The primary mission of the A-1 was close air support for ground troops because of its heavy ordnance load and accuracy. The aircraft had great success in Korea and Vietnam. There were 3,180 Skyraiders built in seven major models and 28 different versions. There were 266 A-1s lost in Vietnam. Some nicknames – Able Dog, Spad, Sandy, Hobo, Firefly, Zorro and “Crazy Water Buffalo,” a VNAF nickname.

In 1964 Douglas A-1H Skyraider Bu. 135326 was delivered to VA-52 as NF-304 and in early1966 it was transferred to the VA-176 “Thunderbolts”. VA-176 would complete its one and only Vietnam combat tour between April 4, 1966 and November 21, 1966 assigned to the USS Intrepid. On October 19, 1966 Skyraider 135326 flown by Pete Russell was a section leader of 4 VA-176 A-1Hs and is credited with a possible shoot-down of one of 4 MiG-17s that had jumped them. One MiG 17 was confirmed downed, one probably downed, and a third was damaged.

This Hobby Master model is a replica of A-1H AK412 (Bureau Number 135326) flown by Lt. Peter Russell on October 19^th 1966 as part of Attack Squadron 176 (VA-176) “Thunderballs” of Carrier Air Wing Ten (CVW-10), aboard USS Intrepid during the Vietnam War.

As with most Hobby Master models, this A-1H features engraved panel lines, antennas, surface details and authentic squadron markings. The canopy opens and reveals a well-appointed cockpit (with instrumentation details). The model also comes with full weapons complement, optional-position landing gear and a display stand.

This is a great addition to your diecast aircraft collection.

Specifications :

Dimensions
Length:	39 ft 3 in
Height:	15 ft 8 in
Wingspan:	50 ft 1/4 in
Wing area:	400.33 sq ft
Weight
Empty Weight:	12,070 lbs
Normal Loaded:	18,400 lbs
Maximum Weight:	24,000 lbs
Performance
Engine:	(1) 2,500 hp Wright R-3350-26WA Duplex Cyclone 18-cylinder air-cooled radial, rated at 2,600 hp for takeoff and 2,100 hp at 14,000 feet.
Max. Speed:	342 mph at 15,400 ft
	319 mph at sea level
Cruising Speed:	180 mph
Combat Ceiling:	29,400 ft
Combat Radius:	275 miles with 2,000 lbs of bombs
Maximum Ferry Range:	3,240 miles
Armament:	(4) 20-mm cannon in the wing
	(6) Racks underneath each outer wing
	(1) Pylon under each inner wing
	(1) Pylon underneath the fuselage centerline