Academy 9-12622 1/144 USAF B-52H Stratofortress 20th BS 'Buccaneers'
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Academy 9-12622 1/144 USAF B-52H Stratofortress 20th BS 'Buccaneers'
- Brand: Academy
- MPN: Academy 9-12622
- Part #: MDLADY9-12622
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- Brand: Academy
- MPN: Academy 9-12622
- Part #: MDLADY9-12622
- UPC:
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The B-52 Stratofortress is an eight-engined strategic bomber that was designed to replace the B-36 Peacemaker. Where the B-36 was a compound aircraft powered by six huge piston engines (and later with an additional four jet engines), the B-52 was a pure jet aircraft. Where the B-36 was not air refuelable, the B-52 can air refuel. Where the B-36 was designed as a long-range conventional bomber that was adapted to the nuclear deterrence mission, the B-52 was designed for the nuclear deterrence mission and was adapted to the conventional bombing mission. Nicknamed the BUFF (for Big Ugly Fat 'Fellow'), the B-52 was first flown in 1952, with the last B-52 coming off the production line by 1962. The XB-70 that was to become the high-speed replacement for the B-52 was cancelled. The Mach 2 B-1A Lancer was also cancelled. The Mach 1+ B-1B Lancer did eventually enter production, but not in sufficient quantities to replace the B-52. The stealth B-2 Spirit also entered production, but again in small quantities, leaving the B-52 to soldier on. Over Vietnam, one B-52 could carry up to 105 500lb and 750lb bombs in a single load, more bombs than a squadron of World War II B-17s. In the Gulf War, the B-52 was a key component in the 'shock and awe' that cleared entire minefields as well as any hidden enemy tanks on the front lines. Even today, the B-52 performs 'close air support' using precision guided weapons released when needed. Unlike all previous B-52 variants, the B-52H was powered by eight TF-33 turbofan engines. Like the previous variants, the B-52H was equipped with a tailgun, though the tailgunner was relocated to the flight deck on the B-52G/H variants. During one of its many updates, the tailgun and gunner were removed from the aircraft and replaced by a variety of electronic warfare systems.
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Academy 9-12622 1/144 USAF B-52H Stratofortress 20th BS 'Buccaneers'
- Brand: Academy
- MPN: Academy 9-12622
- Part #: MDLADY9-12622
Product URL: https://www.pbtech.com/au/product/MDLADY9-12622/Academy-9-12622-1144-USAF-B-52H-Stratofortress-20t
Features
The B-52 Stratofortress is an eight-engined strategic bomber that was designed to replace the B-36 Peacemaker. Where the B-36 was a compound aircraft powered by six huge piston engines (and later with an additional four jet engines), the B-52 was a pure jet aircraft. Where the B-36 was not air refuelable, the B-52 can air refuel. Where the B-36 was designed as a long-range conventional bomber that was adapted to the nuclear deterrence mission, the B-52 was designed for the nuclear deterrence mission and was adapted to the conventional bombing mission. Nicknamed the BUFF (for Big Ugly Fat 'Fellow'), the B-52 was first flown in 1952, with the last B-52 coming off the production line by 1962. The XB-70 that was to become the high-speed replacement for the B-52 was cancelled. The Mach 2 B-1A Lancer was also cancelled. The Mach 1+ B-1B Lancer did eventually enter production, but not in sufficient quantities to replace the B-52. The stealth B-2 Spirit also entered production, but again in small quantities, leaving the B-52 to soldier on. Over Vietnam, one B-52 could carry up to 105 500lb and 750lb bombs in a single load, more bombs than a squadron of World War II B-17s. In the Gulf War, the B-52 was a key component in the 'shock and awe' that cleared entire minefields as well as any hidden enemy tanks on the front lines. Even today, the B-52 performs 'close air support' using precision guided weapons released when needed. Unlike all previous B-52 variants, the B-52H was powered by eight TF-33 turbofan engines. Like the previous variants, the B-52H was equipped with a tailgun, though the tailgunner was relocated to the flight deck on the B-52G/H variants. During one of its many updates, the tailgun and gunner were removed from the aircraft and replaced by a variety of electronic warfare systems.
Requires Paint and Glue sold separately.
Specifications
Product Category
Plastic Model Kits
Model No.
12622
Scale
1:144
Size
34cm long, 38.8cm wingspan when completed
