{"product_id":"40624-valom-72015-bell-yfm-1-airacuda-172","title":"Valom 72015 Cloche YFM-1 Airacuda 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eValom 72015 Bell YFM-1 Airacuda 1\/72 – plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Valom 72015 Bell YFM-1 Airacuda in 1\/72 scale is a precisely reproduced miniature of the American heavy interceptor fighter aircraft from the pre-World War II era. This is a unique plastic model kit for self-assembly, a rarity on the modeling market, particularly valued by enthusiasts of unusual aircraft designs and collectors of experimental American planes from the 1930s.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical and Technical Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry of Operator: United States of America (USA)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Bell Aircraft Corporation\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eUsage: Interwar period, early World War II (program terminated before its outbreak)\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Bell YFM-1 Airacuda was an American heavy interceptor developed in the second half of the 1930s. The aircraft was distinguished by its unique silhouette – its engines were placed in nacelles on the wings, where gunner stations operating 37 mm cannons were also located. The Airacuda was designed as a so-called “flying battery” capable of countering enemy bomber formations at high altitude. Its production was limited to prototypes and a short series, which served in tests and USAAF training units between 1937 and 1940.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eModel Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDetailed reproduction of structural components, including fuselage and engine nacelles\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClear canopy glazing, detailed interior\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit includes decals with historical USAAF markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdditional accessory parts, such as landing gear details\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe model does not include glue or paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eModeling Experience and Recommendations\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Valom 72015 Bell YFM-1 Airacuda 1\/72 is a model recommended primarily for intermediate and advanced modelers. Due to the airplane’s unusual construction and the level of detail, we assess the difficulty at 4\/5. Enthusiasts experienced with 1\/72 scale kits will appreciate the challenge posed by assembling the engine nacelles and gunner cabins.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    We recommend this product to all collectors of American aviation, fans of lesser-known 1930s designs, as well as those building test models or unique prototype machines. The Valom Airacuda is a great way to enrich any collection with a rarely-seen and very original silhouette!\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Valom","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722453012814,"sku":"VLM72015","price":25.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/3ac8448108437d3178d608adc26182ad.jpg?v=1755538541","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/40624-valom-72015-bell-yfm-1-airacuda-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}