MAQUETTE À MONTER - Beechcraft D17S Staggerwing High-Speed Passenger Aircraft Roden | N° 446 | 1:48 **LIKE NEW INSIDE UNOPENED**
Prix régulier 30,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Condition | Like New Inside Unopened - Intérieur non ouvert |
| Scale | 1:48 |
| Manufacturer | RODEN |
| Size of the box | 35 x 24 x 4 cm |
| EAN | 4823017701373 |
Description
After its founding in 1932, the Beech Aircraft Company set out to design a high-speed aircraft that would surpass existing machines. While biplanes were still common, changing times demanded innovation. With designers Ted Wells and Herb Roudon, Walter Beech created the Model 17: a biplane with an enclosed cabin, luxury interior, and an unconventional staggered wing layout. First flown on November 4, 1932, it exceeded expectations, earning certification a month later and winning the Texas Cup in 1933. Continuous improvements led to versions such as the D17 and D17S, featuring stronger engines and refined aerodynamics. Some were requisitioned during WWII, but most served private owners. Today, the Beechcraft Staggerwing remains a celebrated symbol of elegance and timeless aircraft design.
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