B-17F Memphis Belle
Item#: TAMC001- World War II allied heavy bomber
- Propeller-driven aircraft, four engine
- Painted wood construction
- Scale: 1/62
- Operators: U.S. Army Air Force, British Royal Air Force, many others
- Time in operation: 1938-1968 (Last used by Brazilian Air Force)
- World War II era
- Manufacturers: Boeing (primary), Douglas, Lockheed-Vega
- Length: 14.3 inches
- Wingspan: 19.9 inches
The Memphis Belle is perhaps one of the most iconic aircraft in American military history. Named for pilot Robert K. Morgan's sweetheart back home in Tennessee, the Memphis Belle was one of the first bombers of the war to complete a full, 25-mission tour. The bomber's first mission was a raid on Brest, France, on November 7, 1942, and her final combat flight was on May 19, 1943, to Kiel, Germany. This was also the 25th mission for the crew of the Memphis Belle, and afterwards, the plane and her crew were transferred to America to participate in a war bond tour. Such a finely crafted model of this legendary aircraft would be a boon to any collector or enthusiast.
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Material
Wood
Finish
Painted
Year
1942
Brand
Toys and Models
Length (in.)
14.3
Branch
Air Force
Aircraft
Prop
Wingspan (in.)
19.9
Era
WWII
# of Pieces
1
Scale
1/62
