P2V-7 Neptune

Item#: TAMC162

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U.S. Patrol and ASW Aircraft
Propeller-driven aircraft, two engine
Handcrafted, hand-painted mahogany construction
Scale: 1/72nd
Operators: U.S. Navy, U.S. Army, CIA, British Royal Air Force, multiple others worldwide
Time in operation: 1947-present (civilian use)
post-World War II era
Manufacturers: Lockheed
Length: 16 inches
Wingspan: 17.38 inches

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While its development began early in the Second World War, Lockheed's P-2 Neptune wasn't introduced into service until 1947, mostly due to low funding priority. Designed to be a patrol aircraft that was both easy to build and maintain, the Neptune has seen worldwide success in a variety of roles, a number of which were never intended by the original designers. The P-2 was involved in the Vietnam conflict as an American gunship and patrol plane, and it saw combat with the Argentine Navy in a number of conflicts, including the Falklands War. Despite excellent performance and endurance, the P-2 was eventually replaced in military service by larger aircraft, the last retiring from Japanese service in 1984. However, the Neptune still sees use as a civilian-operated aerial firefighter in several organizations.

Reproduced here is a P2V-7 Neptune, the last major American production variant. Every detail is recreated here to exacting standards, thanks to a superb finish and quality construction, something that any enthusiast will appreciate.

CHOKING HAZARD - small parts may pose a risk to children under 6 yrs.