P-38J Lightning "Virginia Marie" 1/72 Die Cast Model, New Guinea, 1944
Features
- Model is approximately 6.25" long with a wingspan of 8.75"
- Rotatable propellers
- Display stand included
- Detailed cockpit with pilot figures
- Optional position landing gear
- Authentic markings
- Limited Edition
The Lockheed P-38 Lightning was a distinctive American twin-engine fighter aircraft of World War II, instantly recognizable by its twin booms and central nacelle housing the pilot and armament. Designed by Lockheed Corporation under the direction of Kelly Johnson, it first flew in 1939 and entered combat in 1942. Powered by two Allison V-1710 engines, the P-38 excelled in long-range missions, high-altitude interception, and ground attack roles. It was heavily armed with a 20 mm cannon and four .50-caliber machine guns concentrated in the nose, providing devastating forward firepower without convergence issues. The Lightning served in multiple theaters, including the Pacific and European fronts, and was famously used in the mission that shot down Admiral Yamamoto in 1943. Its speed, range, and versatility made it one of the most effective Allied fighters of the war.
