Vickers Wellington 1/72 Scale Model
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British Mk IC - This is a model of a long range heavy bomber that flew night missions from Britain against Axis-occupied Europe in late 1940 and early 1941. The Wellington featured a rugged geodetic frame and entered service with the RAF in the fall of 1938. Affectionately called the "Wimpy," it was Britain's primary heavy bomber at the outbreak of WWII. At the beginning of the war, however, it suffered heavy losses from German Messerschmitt Bf 109 fighters during daylight bombing raids. This forced the RAF to switch to night bombing, a strategy they used with their heavy bombers over Europe until the end of the war. The Mk.X variant, introduced in late 1942, was considered to be the best version, as it featured more powerful engines and light alloy construction. It was also produced in the greatest numbers, accounting for about 3,800 of the approximately 11,500 Wellingtons built. By 1943, however, the Wellington had been largely replaced by the RAF's new four-engined heavy bombers: the Avro Lancaster, the Handley Page Halifax, and the Short Sterling. Despite this, it continued to see some front line duty in the Mediterranean and Southeast Asia until late 1944. But by then, it was mostly relegated to special duties, like coastal patrols. |
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Vickers Wellington 1/72 Scale Model Kit Box Art
