This is the revell c 47 skytrain and paratroopers in 1. When i finally got my hands on one through the discussion forum on hyperscale. The douglas c 47 skytrain was a military adaptation of an available commercial airliner in production during the outbreak of world war ii. Dec 29, 2016 monogram 190 c47 skytrain with paratroopers, pa1198 plastic model kit. Monogram released their 148 c47 skytrain kit in 1978, almost 40 years ago.
The main kit is complete except for decals all parts, molded in dark graygreen. Most recently i was able to get the instructions for the 148 scale. I wanted to rescribe all the panel lines, which i did, and during t. In a similar approach as project gunship i, this kit is a modification of the old monogram c 47 skytrain kit. The durable douglas c 47 skytrain was the military variant of the douglas dc3.
Trumpeter c47a skytrain military transport aircraft. Presenting the new monogram c47 skytrain in 148th scale. C47 skytrain commemorative air force airbase arizona. Revells 148 scale c47 skytrain is available online from squadron. The diorama possibilities utilizing c47s are unlimited as these versatile aircraft have literally accomplished aeronautical feats that are beyond belief. C47 skytrain army air force handbook airplanes and rockets.
I had originally intended to use a monogram c47 that i had picked up at a swap meet, but due to circumstances i sold the kit to a friend of my wifes for her grandson to build. Posted by anonymous on thursday, april 27, 2006 12. Jun 06, 2019 the c 47 skytrain was a product of the douglas aircraft company and achieved its first flight in prototype form on december 23rd, 1941. Interestingly enough, the skytrain was first born as a civilian passenger airliner in the dc3 model and began operations in the 1930s, setting new levels of performance for any commercial aircraft of the time. The diorama possibilities utilizing c 47 s are unlimited as these versatile aircraft have literally accomplished aeronautical feats that are beyond belief. C47, c48, c49, c50, c51, c52, c53, c68, c84, c117, skytrain oder. Volume 2 covers the contra war from 1981 read more. Surely, no aircraft in aviation history has been as influential as this venerable creation. You get three actual aircrew and maintenance persons. March 7, 1943 delivered to royal air force as fd789. The douglas dc3page contains all related products, articles, books, walkarounds and plastic scale modeling projects dedicated to this aircraft.
Douglas c47 skytrain hyperscale is proudly supported by squadron. Revell, italeri, fine molds, polar lights, hasegawa, trumpeter, academy and more. Military transport aircraft developed from the civilian douglas dc3 airliner. We use cookies to give you a great and free experience on our website.
The area directly behind the cockpit was all scratch built. This douglas c47dl is the oldest surviving exraf dakota transport. Thanks very much to revell for providing ipmsusa this rerelease. This is a timely addition to their catalog for dday interest was it really 70 years ago. I built this because the trumpeter kit seems to be based on the soviet version of douglas. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Earlier that same month, the united states officially committed to world war 2 after the japanese attack on pearl harbor december 7th. The c 47 is still so attractive and builds up into a great model and from what i heared is still the best kit around.
It was used extensively by the allies during world war ii and remained in front line operations through the 1950s with a few remaining in. Meteor ac47 conversion set that i had been dying to use. In a similar approach as project gunship i, this kit is a modification of the old monogram c47 skytrain kit. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Developed from the civilian douglas dc3 airliner, it was used extensively by the allies during world war ii and was vital. Today it stands immaculately restored, complete with dday invasion stripes, as it was when it served with the 61st troop carrier squadron in world war ii. I am going to build this oob because the kit is pretty nice. The douglas c 47 skytrain or dakota is a military transport aircraft that was developed from the douglas dc3 airliner. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies. Monogram 190 c47 skytrain with paratroopers, pa1198 plastic.
I did not use the troop seats or any of the figures. Monogram 148 c47 skytrain wip finished posted by 101stairborne on monday, august 20, 2012 6. February, 1943 completed at long beach, california factory under usaaf contract no. Douglas c47 skytrain, monogram 5603 1978 scalemates.
Presenting the new monogram c47 skytrain in 148th scale kit number 5637. The c47 is still so attractive and builds up into a great model and from what i heared is still the. This tooling was part of the family of kits that monogram developed to dominate the 148 scale market that also includes their timeless 148 b17g, b24d, b24j, b25j, b26, b29a, and many more. Use of nasa logos, insignia and emblems is restricted per u.
Ssp selected subjects program limited production onetime offering. Hobbyking c47 skytrain military transport epo 1600mm pnf. Plastic sprue, plastic sprue clear, decalsheet waterslide markings douglas c47 dakota us army air forces 19411947 u5buzz buggy world war 2operation overlorddday normandy 1944. Find the douglas c 47 skytrain you need at prices you want. After serving the hobby community in the northeastern united states for over 40 years, we are pleased to announce a new online destination for quality outofproduction model kits, current kits, and previously owned collectible models. I had originally intended to use a monogram c 47 that i had picked up at a swap meet, but due to circumstances i sold the kit to a friend of my wifes for her grandson to build always looking to help a junior modeler. Passengers under 12 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. To assemble this revell kit glue is needed, and you should use paint for best results. About the douglas c 47 skytrain dakota plan this plan is 18. Buy online douglas c 47 skytrain douglas c 47 skytrain. Interestingly enough, the skytrain was first born as a civilian passenger airliner in the dc3 model and began operations in the 1930s, setting new levels of performance for any.
As many times as i watch it i am continually struck by the tremendous courage and skill of the airmen and soldiers that took to the skys in the slow, vulnerable, unarmed, skytrains and engaged the enemy in battle. The douglas c47 skytrain or dakota raf, raaf and rnzaf designation is a military transport aircraft developed from the civilian douglas dc3 airliner. It was used extensively by the allies during world war ii and remained in front line operations through the 1950s with a few remaining in operation to this day. If you go to the revell monogram web site you can find most of the instruction sheets for their kits in. The museum began in 1986 with a c47a that was rejected as beyond salvage by other museums.
The durable douglas c47 skytrain was the military variant of the douglas dc3. C47 releases parachutes with ammunition and rations for american troops about 1500 yards from the japanese line on the myitkyina front. It was the first time i tackled one of those good old monogram kits. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. Douglas c47 skytrain dakota medium transport aircraft. The douglas c47 skytrain is a fascinating aircraft to use in a diorama. I always thought the skytrain could be made into something really special, and from the beginning i was quite sure i wanted to rescribe the entire kit.
The civil version, the dc3 was a sort of flying sleepingcar, as its additional designation dstdouglas sleeper. Trumpeter c47a skytrain military transport aircraft plastic. My display case has been lacking a dday c47 for too long now, and time has come to resolve. Although old, monogram did such a wonderful job on this model and the basics are very good. These are not necessarily in the public domain materials based on hubble space telescope data may be ed if they are not explicitly produced by the stsci. The douglas c47 is probably the most ubiquitous transport aircraft of world war ii. The c47 skytrain was a product of the douglas aircraft company and is regarded as the best transport of wwii. C47 dc3 dakota revellmonogram 148 czechoslovak airlines. In 2014, airfix tooled a new 172 scale douglas c47 skytrain or dakota as it is know in the uk that virtually eclipses airfx original c47 kit that was introduced in 1960 and released in various forms eleven times since then. Trumpeter c 47a skytrain military transport aircraft tsm02828.
Unfollow 148 c47 skytrain to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. A military version of the venerable douglas dc3 civilian airliner, it has served in many roles for many countries over the past 70 years. The douglas c47 skytrain is without doubt one of the most legendary aircraft of all time. This is revells 1998 boxing of the 148 revell c47a skytrain in berlin airlift markings. Aug 20, 2012 monogram 148 c 47 skytrain wip finished posted by 101stairborne on monday, august 20, 2012 6.
The douglas c 47 skytrain is a fascinating aircraft to use in a diorama. Monogram 148 c47 skytrain aircraft plastic model kit 5607 c47 for. My display case has been lacking a dday c 47 for too long now, and time has come to resolve. Ive found lots of instructions there over the years. By 1941, the old air corps had been transformed into the army air forces, and it selected a modified version of the dc3 the c47 skytrain to become its standard transport aircraft.
There is a complete list of assembly manuals for all of our kits in. A reinforced fuselage floor and the addition of a large cargo door were the only major modifications. It was americas versatile transport plane of world war ii. No kit has thus far taken me this long to complete. Nov 04, 2015 hello, this is my project from the last year 2014. This commercial aircraft, the dc3, was first developed in the mid1930s as a result of the success of their dc2 airliner, but adding additional features sought by the airlines. Save some room or get a hook on the ceiling ready folks because this bird is big.
It is revell monogram c47 skytrain which i converted to cargo version in czechoslovak airlines livery added small side windows, scratch build of cowlingsi left the model with raised panel lines which i think is better for lapped panels and a. This revell model comes with easy to follow illustrated instructions guiding you through the assembly. May 02, 2007 as many times as i watch it i am continually struck by the tremendous courage and skill of the airmen and soldiers that took to the skys in the slow, vulnerable, unarmed, skytrains and engaged the enemy in battle. Monogram released their 148 c 47 skytrain kit in 1978, almost 40 years ago. The c 47 skytrain was a product of the douglas aircraft company and is regarded as the best transport of wwii.
It was used extensively by the allies during world war ii and remains in frontline service with various military operators. It is revell monogram c 47 skytrain which i converted to cargo version in czechoslovak airlines livery added small side windows, scratch build of cowlingsi left the model with raised panel lines which i think is better for lapped panels and a. The douglas c47 skytrain or dakota is a military transport aircraft that was developed from the douglas dc3 airliner. It comes in a rather large and strong cellophanewrapped box. The box contains approximately 115 parts in four bags of light gray plastic and one bag of clear parts. Inventoried 100% complete with all parts, decals and instructions. C47 dakotas and paratroops of the 1st british airborne division silhouetted against a sky as they descend towards oosterbeek, just outside arnhem. The seats in the cargo area were also scratch built, along with the pitot tube cover, gust locks, wheel chocks, flags, antenna, stairs, anti collision light, and donation bomb. Today it stands immaculately restored, complete with dday invasion stripes, as it was when it served. Having replaced some on an actual c 47, i can vouch for the surface texture. Apr 27, 2006 hi i am new to the forums and im nopt sure if i hav this posted in the correct area. Minors who fly age 517 must have their guardian complete a minor hold harmless agreement and the guardians must be.
I still had in my possession a cutting edge meteor ac 47 conversion set that i had been dying to use. The c47 skytrain was a product of the douglas aircraft company and achieved its first flight in prototype form on december 23rd, 1941. The douglas c 47 skytrain or dakota raf, raaf and rnzaf designation is a military transport aircraft developed from the civilian douglas dc3 airliner. Its origins date back to 1935 as a logical military development of the dc1 and dc2, the most modern commercial aircraft their time. Previous story monogram c47 skytrain plastic model kit. It has been downloaded 14 times by fellow modelers from around the world. I used the eduard photo etch interior, exterior and flaps. The douglas c47 is the most widely used postwwii era transport plane, going by the official u. It was used in world war ii extensively by the allies, and was vitally important during campaigns in guadalcanal, burma, and. The monogram c47 does include 9 paratroopers and 3 familiar faces as a crew most likely to be found on the b24 liberator from revell. Even the luftwaffe flew it, using aircraft impressed from airlines of occupied countries.
The douglas c47 skytrain was a military adaptation of an available commercial airliner in production during the outbreak of world war ii. Kit features full interior detail, 9 paratroopers and 3 crew figuresside doors can be modeled open or. The main modifications are to enlarge the nose as well as the panes of the cockpit refaitent in clear plastic, because monogram s parts were distorted. This is the revell c47 skytrain and paratroopers in 1. When i finally got my hands on one through the discussion forum on. We are open, but orders may be delayed unexpectedly.
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