Tamiya 61067 - 1/48 Bristol Beaufighter TF Mk. X WWII [61067]

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USD$20.60

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Tamiya

Model:

61067

GTIN:

4950344997084

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The Bristol Beaufighter TF Mk. X WWII produced by Tamiya in 1/48 scale assembly kit, is classified in Scale Models - Military Series - Aircrafts - Propeller

Towards Bristol Beaufighter TF.Mk.X Utilizing its sturdy construction and ample weaponry, the RAF's multipurpose Bristol Beaufighter fulfilled a wide variety of duties throughout World War II. In the beginning, these planes showed their effectiveness as evening interceptors, until that responsibility was passed on towards the faster Mosquito. The Beaufighter's main part became ground assault and anti-shipping attack.

The next generation associated with the Beau, the TF.Mk.X, used a 1770hp Hercules XVI motor and heightened anti-ship attack capabilities. Its life-threatening toolbox consisted using one eighteen-inch torpedo or two 500 pounds bombs, plus eight rocket projectiles. The nose for the plane housed a unique navigation system as well as an Al Mk.8 radar for area and submarine detection. Starting in very early 1944, the TF.Mk.Xs had been deployed to Coastal Squadrons 144, 235 and 404. In an average anti-ship attack, the rocket prepared Beaus would first approach the enemies vessels at low altitude, firing their rockets. The torpedo prepared Beaus would then follow through, releasing their torpedoes on weak specks of the damaged vessels.

In the Normandy Invasion, the Coastal Squadrons relocated their bases south of England. From there, the Mk.Xs attacked and sunk numerous German destroyers and torpedo ships. In March 1945, in span of just forty-eight hours, Squadrons 236 and 254, flying Mk.Xs, situated and damaged 5 U-boats.