Miniart 1/48 P-47M Thunderbolt Dorsal Fin Basic Kit # 48060
The P-47M Thunderbolt with dorsal fin represents one of the ultimate high-performance variants of the famous American fighter, developed during the final stages of World War II.
Designed to counter advanced German aircraft such as the V-1 flying bomb and high-speed jet fighters, the P-47M combined the rugged strength of the Thunderbolt with enhanced speed and performance.
Powered by an uprated Pratt & Whitney R-2800 engine, the P-47M was one of the fastest piston-engine fighters of its time, capable of exceptional speed at both low and high altitudes.
The addition of the dorsal fin improved directional stability, particularly at high speeds, making the aircraft more controllable during demanding combat manoeuvres.
Retaining the Thunderbolt’s heavy armament of eight .50 calibre machine guns, the P-47M was well suited to both air superiority and ground attack roles.
It saw service primarily with specialised units in the European Theatre, where its speed and firepower made it highly effective against fast-moving targets.
A powerful and refined evolution of an already formidable aircraft, the P-47M Thunderbolt stands as one of the most capable piston fighters of the war’s closing stages.
| SKU | MIN48060 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | MiniArt |
| Scale | 1/48 |
| Short Description | The P-47M Thunderbolt was one of the most advanced variants of the legendary Thunderbolt, developed for high-speed escort and interception missions. This Basic Kit captures the distinctive late-war features of the P-47M, offering accurate shapes and surface detail in a streamlined, accessible build. - Highly detailed plastic model |
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