Bravo Delta Models are exceptional museum quality and produced in dried mahogany. Each is carved, joined and sanded by hand. The deep, rich finish that distinguishes these models is created by the application of up to 35 coats of enamel and the hand painting all details. The final product is therefore beautifully turned out, fully built and durable on the desk top or open display. It is packed in a strong shipping carton. Every model has its own desk stand. All the propellers are made of wood and will rotate. Some of the jets have movable swing wings, also made of wood. A brass finish nameplate is available for most models.Models in stock are listed, many of those that aren't are available within 7 to 10 days. For special order items enquire to gm@antics.ltd.uk .
Bravo Delta 1/75 Horsa Glider (164)
These are exceptional museum quality models. They are faithfully reproduced in kiln dried
Mahogany. Each is carved, joined and sanded by hand. The deep, rich finish that
distinguishes these models from others is created by the application of up to 35 coats of
enamel. The artist then hand paints all of the details onto each model. The final product
is a beautiful authentic wooden aircraft.
The use of assault gliders by the British was prompted by the use by Germany of the
DFS 230, which was first used in May 1940 to successfully assault the Eben Emael fort in
Belgium. Their advantage compared to parachute assault was that the troops were landed
together in one place, rather than being dispersed.With around 28 troop seats, the Horsa
was much bigger than the 13-troop American Waco CG-4A (known as the Hadrian by the
British), and the 8-troop General Aircraft Hotspur glider which was intended for training
duties only. As well as troops, the AS.51 could carry a jeep or a 6 pounder anti tank
gun.The AS.58 or Horsa II had a hinged nose section, reinforced floor and double nose
wheels to support the extra weight of vehicles. The tow was attached to the nose-wheel
strut, rather than the dual wing points of the Horsa I.
Wingspan 32.6cm, length approx 27.5 cm
One only at this special price - save ?59.00!
Stock:
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(Prod Ref #65621)
MRP: £197.95 Antics Price: £138.95