Hobbyboss 1/48 TBD-1 Devastator # 81783

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The TBD-1 Devastator was an American torpedo bomber used by the United States Navy during the early years of World War II.

Designed and produced by Douglas Aircraft Company, the TBD-1 played a significant role in naval aviation history, particularly during the early battles of the Pacific theater.

Despite being considered advanced for its time, with features like an enclosed cockpit and retractable landing gear, the TBD-1 faced challenges in combat due to its slow speed and inadequate defensive armament.

Its most notable action came during the Battle of Midway in June 1942, where TBD-1 squadrons suffered heavy losses against Japanese forces.

The Battle of Midway marked a turning point in naval warfare, highlighting the vulnerability of torpedo bombers like the TBD-1 to enemy fighters.

Although the TBD-1 Devastator's service was relatively short-lived, its contributions to naval aviation development and its role in historical engagements remain significant.

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The Douglas TBD Devastator was a torpedo bomber of the United States Navy, ordered in 1934, it first flew in 1935 and entered service in 1937.

At that point, it was the most advanced aircraft flying for the USN and possibly for any navy in the world. However, the fast pace of aircraft development caught up with it, and by the time of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor the TBD was already outdated.

It performed well in some early battles, but in the Battle of Midway the Devastators launched against the Japanese fleet were almost totally wiped out.

The type was immediately withdrawn from front line service, replaced by the Grumman TBF Avenger.

Crew: Three: Pilot, Torpedo Officer/Navigator, Radioman/Gunner

Length: 35 ft 0 in (10.67 m)

Wingspan: 50 ft 0 in (15.24 m)

Height: 15 ft 1 in (4.60 m)

Powerplant: One × Pratt & Whitney R-1830-64 Twin Wasp radial engine, 900 hp (672 kW) each

Maximum speed: 206 mph (331 km/h) at 8,000 ft (2,400 m)

Cruise speed: 128 mph (206 km/h)

Range: 435 mi (700 km) (378 nmi, 700 km)with Mk XIII Torpedo, 716 mi (623 nmi, 1,152 km) with 1,000 lb (454 kg) bombs

Item No: 81783
Item Name: TBD-1 Devastator
Bar Code: 6939319217837
Scale: 1/48
Item Type: Plastic Model Aircraft Kit
Model Dimension
Length: 221.8mm Wingspan: 314mm
Total Plastic Parts: 140+
Total Sprues: 17 sprues
Photo Etched Parts: 1 piece

More Features
- The kit consists of over 140 parts
- Detailed fuselage & wing w/accurate design
- Engine with fine detail
- Detailed cockpit
- Photo-etched parts included

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SKU	HBB81783
Manufacturer	Hobby Boss
Scale	1/48
EAN	6939319217837
Short Description	The TBD-1 Devastator was an American torpedo bomber used by the United States Navy during the early years of World War II. Designed and produced by Douglas Aircraft Company, the TBD-1 played a significant role in naval aviation history, particularly during the early battles of the Pacific theater. Despite being considered advanced for its time, with features like an enclosed cockpit and retractable landing gear, the TBD-1 faced challenges in combat due to its slow speed and inadequate defensive armament. Its most notable action came during the Battle of Midway in June 1942, where TBD-1 squadrons suffered heavy losses against Japanese forces. The Battle of Midway marked a turning point in naval warfare, highlighting the vulnerability of torpedo bombers like the TBD-1 to enemy fighters. Although the TBD-1 Devastator's service was relatively short-lived, its contributions to naval aviation development and its role in historical engagements remain significant.

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