Hong Kong Models 1/32 HK01E37 B-25J Mitchell Strafing Babes USAF WW2 Bomber Kit
B-25J Mitchell 'Strafing Babes'. Versatile WWII US Air Force twin-engine medium bomber named in memory of US General William "Billy" Mitchell who'd advocated the USA's increased air power after WWI, and became known as the 'father of the US Air Force'. The “J” was the final variant, first operational in 1944 and produced in the greatest numbers. • Markings for 2 aircraft: (1) B-25J-22-NC, s/n 44-29590, 17th TRS/71st TRG, Lingayen, 1945; (2) B-25J-6-NC, s/n 43-27882, 820th BS/41st BG, Okinawa, August 1945. • Noseweight included • L: 498mm, W: 643mm, Total parts 499 • 1:32 scale plastic model kit from HK Models, requires paint and glue