{"product_id":"hobby-master-ha2213-1-72-curtiss-sb2c-helldiver","title":"Hobby Master HA2213 1:72 SB2C-4E Helldiver 203 USS Ticonderoga 1945 *ISSUES*","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHobby Master HA2213 is a detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of the Curtiss SB2C-4E Helldiver White 203 of Bombing Squadron 87, operating from USS Ticonderoga in May 1945.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter USS Ticonderoga returned to operations, VB-87 used its Helldivers during strikes against the Marshall Islands, Okinawa and the Ryukyu Islands. The squadron’s carrier-launched dive bombers supported the United States Navy’s advance during the closing months of the Pacific War.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SB2C Helldiver replaced the Douglas Dauntless as the US Navy’s principal carrier dive bomber. Later variants combined cannon armament, a substantial bomb load and useful range, making the aircraft an important part of American carrier air groups during 1944 and 1945.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\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 Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e HA2213\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft \/ Variant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Curtiss SB2C-4E Helldiver\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Identity:\u003c\/strong\u003e White 203\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSquadron \/ Unit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bombing Squadron 87 (VB-87)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShip \/ Theatre:\u003c\/strong\u003e USS Ticonderoga \/ Pacific Theatre\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate \/ Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 1945\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Role:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carrier-based dive bomber\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Navy \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast metal with detailed component parts\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Alternative undercarriage, armament accessories and display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 6.25\" or 15.9 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWingspan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 8.25\" or 21 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Good (6\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll defects are shown with red arrows in the images for clear observation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRear section:\u003c\/strong\u003e The arrestor hook has snapped and is now shorter than intended. The detached section is not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnderside:\u003c\/strong\u003e The underwing pitot has snapped off, but the detached piece is included for a possible repair. Glue residue near this area suggests it may have been repaired previously. Blemishing is also present on the paint beneath the rear fuselage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDisplay stand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Glue residue is present where the stand arm and cradle join. Although the stand is designed to support an angled dive-bombing pose, this position is not recommended because of the increased risk of damage. Gear-down display is advised unless a stronger aftermarket stand is used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model still displays well and comes with its remaining original parts and accessories. The missing arrestor-hook section is not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox Condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNoticeable age-related wear is present, but the box remains structurally sound.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence: what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny imperfections will be shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57991098466686,"sku":null,"price":85.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_7852.jpg?v=1792169328","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/hobby-master-ha2213-1-72-curtiss-sb2c-helldiver","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}