P-47D Thunderbolt GP 60 (ARF)

The Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, also known as the "Jug" was the biggest, heaviest and most expensive single-engine fighter in history to be powered by a piston engine. It was one of the main United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) fighters of World War II. No German piston-engine plane could out-dive the Thunderbolt. The P-47 was the fastest-diving American aircraft of the war, it could reach speeds of 550 mph (885 km/h). This model combines legendary Gold Edition quality with the ease of ARF construction. Precise interlocking design with plenty of preassembly ensures a short box-to-flight time of only 18-25 hours. Legendary Gold Edition quality combines time saving ARF construction, resulting in a great-looking and scale-flying warbird model. Liberal use of fiberglass maintains the Thunderbolt's scale lines without extra effort. Flaps are already built into the wings. All you have to do is install your servos. Assembly of the distinctive round fuselage has been simplified by using high quality fiberglass parts. Under the vacuum-formed canopy is a detailed cockpit including decals for the instrument panel and pilot. Included mechanical retracts made of high-quality composite material add realism to runway takeoffs and landings. An adjustable mount is included for accommodating either a 2-stroke .60-.91 or 4-stroke .91-1.2 engine. An aluminum spinner and molded dummy engine add to the authenticity.

The P-47 was effective in air combat but proved especially adept at ground attack. With eight .50-caliber machine guns, four per wing. When fully loaded the P-47 could weigh up to eight tons. A modern-day counterpart in that role, the A-10 Thunderbolt II, takes its name from the P-47.

Special Features:
- Control Surfaces: Ailerons, Elevator, Rudder, Flaps and Landing gear
- Lightweight balsa/ply laser-cut construction
- Step-by-step instruction manual
- One piece, bolt-on wing design
- Scale split flaps for easier landings
- Tailwheel set, fuel tank, engine mount included
- Factory pre-installed retracting landing gear
- High-quality pre-painted fiberglass cowl
- Covered in authentic MonoKote

More information (links):
* Building Instructions