{"product_id":"airfix-1-72-consolidated-b-24-d-liberator","title":"Airfix - 1:72 Consolidated B-24 D Liberator","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"t-leftCol\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"t-leftCol\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"heading--3\"\u003eProduct Info\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--1-col@medium\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item grid__item--60\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Consolidated B-24 Liberator remains a classic choice for model enthusiasts, and our 1:72 scale kit is perfect for those with more experience. Comprising 258 components and offering two distinct US Air Force liveries, you have the opportunity to recreate a piece of aviation history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1:72 scale model with 258 components for a rewarding assembly process\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes two genuine US Air Force paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSkill level 3 - ideal for seasoned modellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasures 298mm in wingspan upon completion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended for ages 8 and older\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHistory\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Consolidated B-24 Liberator, the second of America's significant four-engine heavy bombers during World War II, was developed after the Army Air Corps requested Consolidated to manufacture B-17 Flying Fortresses. Dissatisfied with this task, Consolidated suggested they could design and build their own bomber within the same timeframe needed to set up production lines, claiming it would surpass the Flying Fortress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe XB-24 prototype's maiden flight on 29th December 1939 revealed a markedly different aircraft compared to the B-17 Flying Fortress. With its high-mounted slender wings, deep yet narrow body, and twin-tail design, it bore a resemblance to a maritime aircraft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced to the USAAF in 1941, the B-24 Liberator was mass-produced and operated across all theatres of the Second World War, playing a crucial role in the Allied victory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"heading--3\"\u003eTech Specs\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid grid--2-col grid--1-col@medium\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"spec grid grid--2-col grid--2-col@small grid--row-gap-10\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"spec grid grid--2-col grid--2-col@small grid--row-gap-10\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"spec grid grid--2-col grid--2-col@small grid--row-gap-10\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003eItem Length - Without Packaging (cm): \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e46.5\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003eItem Width - Without Packaging (cm): \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e29.8\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003eHow many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer? \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e258\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003eItem Scale: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e1:72 Scale\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003eLicense line:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"grid__item spec__description\"\u003eLOCKHEED MARTIN ® (Vehicle\/Aeroplane Models) associated emblems and logos and body designs of vehicles are either registered trademarks or trademarks of Lockheed Martin Corporation® in the USA and\/or other jurisdictions, used under license by Hornby Hobbies Ltd.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"spec grid grid--2-col grid--2-col@small grid--row-gap-10\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003eContents (what's in the box) sets:\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdd class=\"grid__item spec__description\"\u003ePlastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.\u003c\/dd\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003eFinish: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003ePlastic\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003eNumber of Scheme options: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e2\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003eSkill Level: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003eFlying Hours: \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e3\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"grid__item\"\u003e\n\u003cdl class=\"spec grid grid--2-col grid--2-col@small grid--row-gap-10\"\u003e\n\u003cdt class=\"grid__item spec__title\"\u003eWingspan (mm): \u003cspan style=\"font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e298\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/dt\u003e\n\u003c\/dl\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Airfix","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43110144344130,"sku":"A09011","price":138.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0901\/5642\/files\/AirfixA09011.jpg?v=1774237774","url":"https:\/\/www.pollystoys.co.nz\/products\/airfix-1-72-consolidated-b-24-d-liberator","provider":"Polly's Toys \u0026 Gifts","version":"1.0","type":"link"}