Product Description
- Brand new 1/200 scale diecast airplane model of Boeing B-29 Superfortress Bomber Aircraft "Enola Gay, 509th Composite Group, Tinian" United States Army Air Force (1945) "Planes of World War II" Series die cast model by Luppa.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Comes with a display stand.
- This model does not have any openings.
- Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
- Dimensions approximately L-6, Wingspan-8.5 inches.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- HISTORY ASPECTS:
- The Boeing B-29 Superfortress "Enola Gay" holds a significant place in history as the aircraft that delivered the first atomic bomb during World War II. Assigned to the 393rd Bombardment Squadron of the 509th Composite Group, "Enola Gay" played a pivotal role in the conflict's final stages, forever altering the course of the war and the world's perception of warfare.
- In July 1945, "Enola Gay" took off from the Tinian airbase in the Pacific, carrying the atomic bomb codenamed "Little Boy." Its target was the Japanese city of Hiroshima. On August 6, 1945, the bomb was dropped, resulting in immense destruction and loss of life. This event marked a turning point in the war, leading to Japan's surrender and the end of World War II.
- The B-29 Superfortress itself was a technological marvel of its time. Its pressurized cabin, advanced radar systems, and long-range capabilities made it a formidable strategic bomber. Beyond its role in delivering atomic weapons, the B-29 conducted conventional bombing raids over Japan and other areas in the Pacific. Its ability to carry heavy payloads and operate at high altitudes contributed to the overall success of the USAAF's air campaigns.
- This 1:200 scale model pays tribute to this historic aircraft and its crew, commemorating the fateful mission that forever changed the world. Display this meticulously detailed replica to honor the courage and innovation of those who served on board and to remember the profound impact that "Enola Gay" had on global history.
