It is a great day for fans of scale model planes. A new plane has been announced by Hangar 9, the P-47D-1 Thunderbolt 60. There are many great features with this Hangar 9 model plane. For instance, it features a printed, flat-finish UltraCote covering, with detailed panel lines. The scale outline as a whole has been accurately represented and you will notice how the Thunderbolt has operational flaps; enhancing its appearance and its flight envelope.
The tail surfaces in the Thunderbolt model plane are fully-sheeted and airfoiled. Additionally, the plane features gear doors, scale tyres and 8-spoke wheel hubs. Hangar 9 have included a fibrelgass cowl with dummy engine, alongside intercooler exhaust doors, turbo and waste gate exhaust detail.
The P-47D-1 Thunderbolt has internal flap and elevator linkages and a large removable top hatch with magnetic closure. There are wing pylons with dummy wing tanks and bombs. Hangar 9 also give you the option of adding electric retracts (sold separately). These wings come in two, plug-in pieces, allowing for easy transportation. The Thunderbolt's wings come with scale guns. You will also receive four scale nose art and identification number sets.
The Hangar 9 P-47D-1 Thunderbolt 60 is comes almost-ready-to-fly, so you will need to supply your own components. It can accomodate both internal combustion and electric power, so there are a range of options available to you. Irrespective of your choice, you will find the Thunderbolt to be an excellent scale warbird. If you have an apprecation for scale WWII models, the P-47D-1 Thunderbolt from Hangar 9 is an outstanding choice. It is coming soon to Modelflight, so visit our website today to find out more.