Trumpeter 02869 1/48 KA-3B Skywarrior

The A-3 "Sky Warrior" is a carrier-based strategic nuclear bomber developed by Douglas Company for the U.S. Navy. The aircraft has an all-metal semi-monocoque conventional layout. Two J57 jet engines are hung under the middle of the main wing. The main wing is foldable. It is equipped with a tail turret guided by a radar and has a crew of three. The project began in 1947. The prototype XA3D-1 made its first test flight on October 28, 1952. It entered the U.S. Navy in 1956 and began its service career. A total of 282 aircraft were built before production ended in 1961.

Features

• Detailed fuselage w/accurate design
• Canopy made from clear parts
• Wing can be folded
• Finely detailed cockpit,gear cabin,
• crew seats with photo-etched seat belts and harnesses.