MAQUETTE À MONTER - Curtiss SB2C-1 Helldiver ARII | N° 23036-200 | 1:144 **LIKE NEW INSIDE UNOPENED**
Prix régulier 20,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Condition | Like New Inside Unopened - Intérieur non ouvert |
| Scale | 1/144 |
| Manufacturer | ARII |
| Size of the box | 18 x 12 x 3 cm |
| EAN | 4968279300220 |
Description
The Curtiss SB2C-1 Helldiver was the initial production variant of the U.S. Navy’s carrier-based dive bomber introduced during World War II. Designed to replace the aging Douglas SBD Dauntless, the SB2C-1 featured a more powerful Wright R-2600 radial engine and a larger payload capacity, allowing it to carry heavier bombs and improve striking power. It had a two-man crew—pilot and rear gunner—and defensive armament included a single rear-mounted .30 caliber machine gun. While early models suffered from handling and stability issues, the SB2C-1 marked the beginning of the Helldiver series, which became a mainstay of Navy dive-bombing operations in the Pacific, providing close air support and anti-ship attacks.
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