Douglas SBD-5 Dauntless,” White 39” VB-16 USS Lexington June 1944, 1/32 Scale Diecast Model

Air Power Series Highly detailed realistic collectible model Diecast & plastic parts. Moveable components. Display stand sold separately Measures approximately: 12.5” L x 15.75” Wingspan Box dimension 17.8” L x 14.5” W x 5.7” H Display model, recommended for hobbyists and collectors 14 years and above. The SBD-5 Dauntless, an evolution of the Douglas SBD (Scout Bomber Douglas) series, was a carrier-capable dive bomber and scout plane used primarily by the U.S. Navy during World War II. By 1944, the SBD-5 featured several enhancements over its predecessors, improving its performance and reliability in combat. It was powered by a Wright R-1820-60 radial engine producing 1,200 horsepower, allowing it to reach a maximum speed of approximately 255 mph (410 km/h). The aircraft had a range of 1,115 miles (1,795 km) and could operate at a service ceiling of around 25,530 feet (7,780 meters). This Hobby Master model of the US Navy SBD-5 Dauntless, representing the aircraft flown by Lt.