Boeing B-17G / Fortress Mk.III 1/72 aircraft model - Airfix A08018A

The Airfix A08018A model reproduces the Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress / Fortress Mk.III heavy bomber at 1/72 scale.

Comprising 264 parts , it offers a detailed representation of this iconic World War II aircraft. Once assembled, the model has a wingspan of 437 mm . It is rated level 3 .

The Boeing B-17, nicknamed "Flying Fortress", was introduced in 1938. The B-17G is an evolution of this four-engine bomber, used for high-altitude and long-range missions during World War II.

Two decorations are included:

• Boeing B-17G Flying Fortress, 774th Bomb Squadron, 463rd Bombardment Group (Heavy), Italy, July 1944.
• Boeing Fortress Mk.III (B-17G), No. 214 (Federated Malay States) Squadron, No. 100 (Bomber Support) Group, Royal Air Force, Downham Market, Norfolk, England, 1944.

Content :

• Plastic model kit to assemble
• Assembly instructions
• Painting plan
• Decals

Reference: A08018A