{"product_id":"hobby-master-ha1222-1-72-tbf-1c-avenger-white-93-vt-15-uss-essex-1944-issues","title":"Hobby Master HA1222 1:72 TBF-1C Avenger White 93 VT-15 USS Essex 1944 *ISSUES*","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobby Master HA1222 represents Grumman TBF-1C Avenger White 93 of Torpedo Squadron 15 aboard USS Essex, depicted in November 1944. The 1:72 scale diecast model recalls the carrier operations surrounding the Philippines campaign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVT-15 flew Avengers as part of the Essex air group, supporting carrier strikes against Japanese forces. During 1944 the carrier's operations included the Marianas, attacks around the Philippines and participation in the Battle of Leyte Gulf in October.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Avenger combined a three-man crew with an internal weapons bay and the ability to carry torpedoes or bombs. This example has damage and previous glue work affecting some parts and accessory fit; please read the condition notes before considering it for display or restoration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hobby Master\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air Power\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e HA1222\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Grumman TBF-1C Avenger\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft number:\u003c\/strong\u003e White 93\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBureau Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e 46353\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e VT-15\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCarrier:\u003c\/strong\u003e USS Essex (CV-9)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e November 1944\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCampaign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Philippines campaign; Battle of Leyte Gulf context\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Navy \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carrier-based torpedo and level bomber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e VT-15 markings and internal weapons-bay detail; functionality limited on this example\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast metal with plastic components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.75 inches \/ 17.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9 inches \/ 22.9 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Fair (5\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWing pitot and cockpit antenna:\u003c\/strong\u003e The end of the wing pitot has snapped; the detached piece is included with the accessories. The cockpit antenna had been glued on, with glue visible around its base.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBomb bay:\u003c\/strong\u003e A broken accessory pin remains in one of the small circular mounting holes, leaving the accessory with a shortened pin on one side. This also prevents the bomb-bay cover accessory from fitting as intended, as it requires all four mounting points.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnderside and rockets:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glue is present beneath the model and in some rocket mounting slots. The rockets do not seat as well at the rear where the glue is, although they appear to remain in position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFuselage finish:\u003c\/strong\u003e Apparent glue residue on the side of the rear fuselage and between the 9 and 3 of the aircraft number.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompleteness and use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Comes complete with the damaged parts described above. Fair condition with restricted functionality; suitable for display or potential restoration, rather than as a fully functional example.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox Condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShelf wear consistent with age; excellent overall.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease review all photographs carefully, as they form an important part of the condition description.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe model will be securely packaged for dispatch.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58294318596478,"sku":null,"price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_8835.jpg?v=1792770431","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/hobby-master-ha1222-1-72-tbf-1c-avenger-white-93-vt-15-uss-essex-1944-issues","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}