Tamiya 25214 P-47D Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Bubbletop" & 1/4 ton 4x4 Light Vehicle Set 1/48

Tamiya 25214 P-47D Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Bubbletop" & 1/4 ton 4x4 Light Vehicle Set 1/48 is a unique model kit that perfectly captures the realities of the European front during World War II. The set includes two extremely popular military vehicles used by the United States Army: the Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Bubbletop" fighter-bomber aircraft and the legendary 1/4 ton 4x4 light utility vehicle.

• Scale: 1/48 – perfectly replicated model details in 1:48 scale.
• Country of use: United States, mainly on European fronts during World War II.
• Period of use: World War II (1939–1945).
• Product type: Plastic model kit for assembly.
• Material: High-quality plastic characteristic of Tamiya models, guaranteeing durability and ease of processing.
• Set includes: Pilot figure, standing officer figure, decals, options for various propellers, fuel tanks, and armaments.

Republic P-47D Thunderbolt "Bubbletop" was one of the most important fighter and fighter-bomber aircraft of World War II. Thanks to advanced aerodynamics, a powerful Pratt & Whitney R-2800 Double Wasp engine, and the special "bubbletop" cockpit design, it provided excellent visibility for the pilot and outstanding performance especially during assault missions. Its versatility and resistance to damage meant that it participated in the heaviest ground combats as well as bomber escort missions. More than 15,683 units were built. The set includes as many as four different propeller variants and three types of additional fuel tanks, allowing you to enrich the model for historical accuracy.

1/4 ton 4x4 Light Vehicle is an iconic off-road vehicle, extremely important for the logistics of the American army on all theaters of war. Thanks to its advanced simplicity of design and durability, it performed perfectly on battlefields as well as a liaison and reconnaissance vehicle.

• Recommended for: intermediate and advanced modelers who value high level of detail and the possibility of creating 1/48 scale World War II dioramas.
• Difficulty level: 3/5 – the set requires precision when assembling small components and painting details, ideal for modelers who already have some basic experience.

This is an exceptional product that allows you to create a realistic scene from the 1940s, showcasing both the power of American aviation and the symbol of everyday soldiers' mobility. Thanks to its completeness and detailed reproduction, the Tamiya 25214 set will become a highlight of any model collection.