Tamiya Lockheed P-38 J Lightning 1/48 Model Airplane Kit

The Tamiya Lockheed P-38 J Lightning 1/48 Model Airplane Kit has been designed to bring yet another legendary aircraft to the Tamiya 1/48 scale model lineup. The full-sized Lockheed P-38 Lightning made its first flight in January of 1939 with the P-38 J variant taking flight in 1943. The J version featured streamlined engine nacelles that fitted the turbo-supercharger intercooler system as well as the oil cooler for increased protection during combat. Powered by two Allison V-1710-81 or V1710-91, each producing over 1400hp, this plane was capable of speeds over 400mph and had a combat range of 1300 miles. Tamiya has brought extreme attention to detail in this 1/48 scale P-38 J Lighting model.

NOTE: Photo of completed model is for illustrative purposes only. This is a model kit that requires assembly. Hobby tools, adhesive and paint will be needed to complete the model.

Features:

• Accurately formed twin-engine, twin-tail plane design with radiator fairing and larger engine cowlings
• Realistic renderings of air ducts connecting intercoolers to oil coolers
• Both turbo-superchargers are realistically depicted
• Authentically recreated canopy with flat front glass and 2-part third canopy
• The second canopy can be depicted as opened or closed
• Parts added to depict wingtip leading edges to depict refueling ports
• Accurately detailed cockpit with gun-grip style stick
• Updated fork-style nose gear with reinforced main gear
• Depicts accurate dihedral angle
• Weights for the nose and right/left engine cowlings are included to ensure proper balance when displayed
• Comes with three marking options, including the “Marge” P-38J which the US ace pilot, Richard Ira Bong flew
• Comes with canopy masking stickers and a full-color painting guide

Specifications:
Scale: 1/48
Length: 240mm
Wingspan: 330mm

Includes:

• (1) Tamiya Lockheed P-38 J Lightning Model

Needed to Complete:

• Model Cement
• Paint and Finishing Supplies

This product was added to our catalog on January 4, 2023