Tamiya 25199 Lockheed P-38H Lightning
The twin engine P-38 Lightning offered an imposing blend of speed, range and firepower, and would be developed through a number of variants to meet emerging threats. The P-38H first appeared in the skies from the middle of 1943, and availed itself of more powerful engines and tweaked landing gear struts among various updates. It was mainly deployed in the Pacific.
About the Model
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This is a 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit. Fuselage length: 240mm, wingspan: 330mm
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The distinctive form of the aircraft is accurately captured, complete with details specific to H variant aircraft
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Integrated spar and nose landing gear components give the model exemplary sturdiness, and ensure correct wing angle
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A detailed cockpit includes dedicated H variant instrumentation
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Select open or closed canopy
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The nose of the model features recreations of muzzle brake-less 20mm cannons, and 12.7mm machine guns with blast tubes
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Metal effect decals are included to add an extra layer of realism to landing gear strut cylinders
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Decals are included to recreate the markings for the "White 162" plane of 432nd Fighter Squadron, 475th Fighter Group
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Comes with a seated pilot figure and weights to ensure correct balance when the model is on display
Tamiya Color Chart:
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X-1 Black |
X-2 White |
X-10 Gun metal |
X-11 Chrome silver |
X-18 Semi gloss black |
X-25 Clear green |
X-26 Clear orange |
X-27 Clear red |
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X-31 Titanium gold |
XF-1 Flat black |
XF-2 Flat white |
XF-3 Flat yellow |
XF-4 Yellow green |
XF-5 Flat green |
XF-7 Flat red |
XF-8 Flat blue |
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XF-10 Flat brown |
XF-15 Flat flesh |
XF-16 Flat aluminum |
XF-25 Light sea grey |
XF-49 Khaki |
XF-56 Metallic grey |
XF-57 Buff |
XF-60 Dark yellow |
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XF-64 Red brown |
XF-85 Rubber black |
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★The imposing form with twin booms stretching toward the rear of the aircraft and flanking the central cockpit, is captured in style.
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★This model's canopy rear section is frameless. Moving into the cockpit, H-specific instrumentation and radio add to the detailed finish.
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★Turbochargers have a highly authentic look, with separate parts used to depict the coolant pipe often added by units in the Pacific.
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★Nose weaponry is depicted with accuracy. Inspect the muzzle brake-less 20mm cannons (1) and 12.7mm machine guns with blast tubes (2).
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★Dedicated parts designs capture the reinforced nose landing gear and details on the cover insides which are specific to H variants.
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★This image shows the main landing gear, which was also reinforced on the P-38H. The bay also features air filter detail.
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★The air intakes for the aircraft's turbochargers were also enlarged for the P-38H, and are of course depicted in the model.
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★Two each of 150-gallon and 300-gallon drop tanks are included in the kit. Identification lamps are recreated by clear parts.v
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★The seated pilot figure was created using the latest scanning techniques, ensuring a realistic finish that will add to your model.
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★Ready to apply the finish? Tamiya has you covered with this comprehensive leaflet in the kit that gives decal and painting instructions.
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★A wide range of decals is in the box, recreating various markings and stencils large and small. Masking stickers are for use on the canopy.
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★This image shows the integrated spar and nose landing gear bay, which is at the core of the model. Weights help it to keep balance.
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