Grumann TBF Avenger Balsa Kit

Grumann TBF Avenger Balsa Kit

NEW. Now produced in precise laser technology.

The Grumman TBF initial production order for 286 planes was placed in the latter part of 1940 and, between 1942 and the end of the 1943, 2, 293 Avenger were built and delivered to the U.S. Navy. It became the Navy standard torpedo-bomber of World War 2 and first saw action on June 4, 1942, at the historic Battle of midway. Used right up to 1954, Avenger also saw service with the Royal Navy, Canadian Royal Navy and the French Aeronavale.

Guillow's 500 series models include laser-cut balsa boards, a plastic engine and canopy, decals, a propeller, wheels, paper cover and instructions in German and English.

In Detail
This kit contains materials for Building one flying model.

Contents include:
 Accurate scale building plan, precisions laser cut balsa parts, light vacuum formed plastic für nose cowl, canopy & small external details, genuine decal set, scale plastic main wheels (where required), rubber motor band, Plastic propeller,plastic thust bearing, wire propeller shaft, covering tissue and generous quality of strip stock.

Tool and accessories required (not included the kit):
Adhensive (Model airplane cement, white glue or CA super glue) for model frame construction an white glue for tissue covering, clear acryilic spray for a protective finish coat. Model building tools and accessories as workboard, common pins., knife, paints, etc.

Technical data
Wing Span  420 mm / 16½ inch
Powerunit:  Rubberband
Scale  Approx 1/30

For Ages 14+