C-97A Stratofreighter 49-2601, New York Air National Guard (1:200 Scale)

Product Dimensions: 8.5 x 8.5 x 2.8 in.

Model History and Information: The Boeing C-97 was a large, double-deck strategic transport derived from the B-29/B-50 lineage, entering US service in the late 1940s. As frontline units re-equipped, many airframes passed to Air National Guard airlift squadrons. Several New York Air National Guard groups flew the type, including the 105th at Westchester County Airport with the 137th Air Transport Squadron, the 106th at Suffolk County Airport, and the 109th at Schenectady with the 139th Air Transport Squadron. In Guard service the Stratofreighter performed long-range cargo and aeromedical transport duties. Its capacious pressurised fuselage and clamshell rear loading made it a valuable heavy-lift asset during the 1960s.

Model Features & Details:

• This highly detailed diecast model is fully licensed by Boeing Company.
• It is true to scale and contains functional parts designed for realism and display.
• The model is largely handcrafted and only premium materials are used making the range one of the most valued military finished models by collectors.
• Highly detailed and authentic printings and finishing
• rotatable propellers
• Optional landing gears that allow model to be displayed either in landing mode or flying mode
• Stand included for flying mode

Packaging: Full-color printed paper box with a flap over cover. The model is packed and secured by clear blisters for easy viewing with an insert card at the back.