{"product_id":"hobby-master-ha3203-1-72-douglas-b-26b-invader-usaf-731st-bs-3rd-bg-44-34552-bc-j-brown-nose-iwakuni-japan-1951","title":"Hobby Master HA3203 1:72 Douglas B-26B Invader USAF 731st BS 3rd BG 44-34552 BC-J Brown Nose Iwakuni Japan 1951","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of Douglas B-26B Invader 44-34552, coded BC-J and named “Brown Nose”. Hobby Master HA3203 depicts the aircraft with the United States Air Force 731st Bombardment Squadron, 3rd Bombardment Group, operating from Iwakuni Air Base in Japan during the Korean War in early 1951.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally designated the A-26 Invader, the Douglas aircraft was developed as a fast twin-engine light bomber and ground-attack platform. First flown in July 1942, it combined high performance with a flexible design that allowed different nose sections, weapons configurations and mission equipment to be fitted. The solid-nose A-26B was particularly suited to low-level strafing and interdiction missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe type was redesignated B-26 in 1948 following the retirement of the earlier Martin B-26 Marauder. During the Korean War, Invaders operated as the United States Air Force's principal light bombers, attacking supply centres, road and rail traffic, storage areas and other targets. Increasing anti-aircraft fire and the threat from enemy fighters led many units to concentrate on demanding night-intruder missions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 731st Bombardment Squadron deployed from the United States to Iwakuni during late 1950 and was assigned to the 3rd Bombardment Group for Korean War operations. Its crews flew an intensive programme of combat sorties from Japan before the squadron was redesignated as the 90th Bombardment Squadron in June 1951. This release captures “Brown Nose” during that comparatively brief but important period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAircraft 44-34552 carries the BC-J code together with its distinctive nose artwork and period United States Air Force markings. The combination of its named-aircraft identity, Korean War setting and association with the 731st Bombardment Squadron makes HA3203 an especially appealing Invader release.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced within Hobby Master's Air Power Series, this substantial model features extensive diecast metal construction, optional raised or retracted undercarriage, removable canopy, three crew figures, turning dorsal turret, opening bomb bay with six bombs, optional armament and a presentation display stand.\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\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Code\/MPN:\u003c\/strong\u003e HA3203\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Douglas B-26B Invader\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit\/Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e USAF 731st Bombardment Squadron, 3rd Bombardment Group\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown Nose\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial\/Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e 44-34552 \/ BC-J\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear\/Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early 1951\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBase\/Location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Iwakuni Air Base, Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConflict:\u003c\/strong\u003e Korean War\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator\/Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e United States Air Force \/ United States\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diecast metal with detailed plastic components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Optional undercarriage, removable canopy, three crew figures, turning dorsal turret, opening bomb bay with six bombs, optional armament and presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8.25\" or 21 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 11.75\" or 29.8 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - New\/Mint (10\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does appear that the sellotape seal has been removed at some point but the model has not previously been displayed. The original accessory packets are still factory sealed, and the model comes complete with its original parts and accessories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Near Mint (9\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe box presents very well for its age, with only minor shelf wear.\u003c\/p\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 are 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":57897118728574,"sku":null,"price":115.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_6339_9aa7bc41-97e7-4278-a8a9-25ca6ee2b90b.jpg?v=1787356190","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/hobby-master-ha3203-1-72-douglas-b-26b-invader-usaf-731st-bs-3rd-bg-44-34552-bc-j-brown-nose-iwakuni-japan-1951","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}