Douglas SBD-3 Dauntless Bomber Plane (United States Navy 1938) 1/72 Diecast Model by Warbirds of WWII

Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Douglass SBD-3 Dauntless Bomber Plane (United States Navy 1938) die cast model by Warbirds of WWII.; Brand new box.; Detailed exterior.; True-to-scale detail.; Officially licensed product.; Comes with display stand.; This model does not have any openings.; Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.; Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.; Dimensions approximately Length- 5.25, Wingspan- 6.75 inches.; Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.; It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.; Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.; HISTORY ASPECTS: First flown in 1938, The Douglas SBD Dauntless was the United States Navy's main dive-bomber during World War II. The Dauntless featured "Swiss cheese" flaps-dive brakes punched with 3-inch holes, which helped it achieve pinpoint accuracy when diving to the target. The cockpit accommodated the pilot, who doubled as the bombardier and manned a fixed-forward gun. The rear cockpit contained a machine gun and played a major defensive role. During the Battle of Midway, SBD dive-bomber attacks fatally damaged all four of the Japanese aircraft carriers, and heavily damaged two cruisers.