TAMIYA LOCKHEED P-38J LIGHTNING, 1:48 Scale Model Kit

Tamiya 1/48 Lockheed P-38J Lightning WWII American Fighter Aircraft Plastic Model Kit

The Tamiya 1/48 Lockheed P-38J Lightning recreates the later P-38J variant in detailed 1/48 scale, with its distinctive twin-engine, twin-tailplane configuration, detailed cockpit, updated engine cowlings and intercooler arrangements, plus a selection of drop tanks and three marking options.

Please note this is an unassembled plastic model kit requiring assembly; paints, cement and hobby tools are not included and are required to complete the model.

The P-38J featured intercoolers under its engines and produced 1,450hp at high altitude and up to 1,600hp. Fuel tanks in the wingtip leading edges provided additional range alongside the main fuel tank. Tamiya's kit focuses on the later P-38J form and its distinctive configuration.

Special Features

• 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit
• Length: 240mm
• Wingspan: 330mm
• P-38J late-variant form accurately captured
• Radiator fairing and larger engine cowlings accurately reproduced
• Air ducts connecting intercoolers to oil coolers realistically depicted
• New-shape turbo superchargers reproduced
• First canopy with flat front glass and two-part third canopy authentically recreated
• Second canopy can be assembled open or closed
• Detailed cockpit with separate side walls, throttle box, radio and Lynn-3 gunsight
• Updated nose landing gear fork
• Reinforced upper rotating struts on main landing gear
• Wing spar helps ensure the correct dihedral angle
• Two each of 150- and 300-gallon drop tanks included
• Weights included to ensure correct balance when displayed
• Three marking options included
• Canopy masking stickers included
• Full-colour painting guide included

What's in the Box

• Plastic model kit components
• 150-gallon drop tank parts x2
• 300-gallon drop tank parts x2
• Display weights
• Canopy masking stickers
• Decals for three marking options
• Full-colour painting guide

What You'll Need

• Plastic cement
• Paints
• Finishing supplies

Why You'll Love It

This 1/48 P-38J combines the Lightning's distinctive twin-boom configuration with detailed treatment of the engine cowlings, intercooler ducts, turbo superchargers and cockpit. The canopy options, drop tanks, display weights and three marking choices provide plenty of detail for the finished model.

Specifications

• Scale: 1/48
• Construction Type: Assembly Kit
• Decals: Included
• Required To Complete: Cement, Paint and Finishing Supplies
• Marking Options: 3

Item Dimensions - Without Packaging

• Length: 240mm
• Wingspan: 330mm

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