Description: This magnificent B-17 General Ike from the Franklin Mint Collection Armour is a must-have for any aviation enthusiast. The attention to detail and craftsmanship is evident in the 1:48 scale diecast model, which accurately captures the essence of this iconic Boeing aircraft.Constructed from high-quality materials, this model is a testament to the Franklin Mint's commitment to excellence. The intricate design and stunning paintwork make it a true collector's item. Whether you're a seasoned collector or simply looking for a unique gift, this B-17 General Ike is sure to impress.The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress is anAmerican four-engine heavy bomber aircraft developed in the 1930s for theU0nited States Army Air Corps (USAAC). A fast and high-flying bomber of its era,the B-17 was used primarily in the European Theater of Operations and droppedmore bombs than any other aircraft during World War II. It is the third-mostproduced bomber of all time, behind the American four-engine Consolidated B-24Liberator and the German multirole, twin-engine Junkers Ju 88. It was alsoemployed as a transport, antisubmarine aircraft, drone controller, andsearch-and-rescue aircraft.The B-17 saw early action in thePacific War, where it conducted raids against Japanese shipping and airfields.But it was primarily employed by the USAAF in the daylight component of theAllied strategic bombing campaign over Europe, complementing RAF BomberCommand's night bombers in attacking German industrial, military and civiliantargets. Of the roughly 1.5 million tons of bombs dropped on Nazi Germany andits occupied territories by Allied aircraft, over 640 000 tons (42.6%) weredropped from B-17s.As of February 2024, six aircraftremain airworthy, none of which had been flown in combat. Dozens more are instorage or on static display, the oldest of which is The Swoose, a B-17D whichwas flown in combat in the Pacific on the first day of the United States'involvement in World War II. History ofB-17 42-97061 / General IkeDelivered Cheyenne 24/1/44; Grenier 23/2/44; Assigned 748BS/457BG [J] Glatton 13/3/44; transferred 323BS/91BG [OR-U] Bassingbourn 16/3/44; to 401BS [LL-B]; received battle damage on several occasions but always returned to base; Returned to the USA Bradley Fd 13/6/45; 4168 Base Unit, South Plains, Texas 21/10/45. GENERAL IKE.Source: The B-17 Flying Fortress Story (Affiliate-Link/CommissionsEarned)Last updated: 13. May 2022
Price: 1399 USD
Location: Davenport, Florida
End Time: 2024-12-26T16:29:08.000Z
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All returns accepted: ReturnsNotAccepted
Brand: Franklin Mint
Vehicle Make: Boeing
Scale: 1:48
Material: Diecast
