The
P-39 was much maligned by many operators except for the Soviets. It was also used by
the French Air Force in late 1944 prior to these units transitioning to the
venerable P-47. This is P-39Q-21-BE which was the export version of the
P-39Q-25, utilizing the 4 bladed Aerodynamics prop. The two 30 caliber guns per
wing were replaced by single under wing 50 caliber gun pods, the plane also could
carry a single bomb on the belly rack.
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This
is the 1/48 Eduard P-39Q, this kit is well designed, instructions are clear and
concise. The kit contains decals for the “46th FS 15th
FG” , “213th GIAP”
Soviet unit and the one built for this article a French unit “G.C.III/6,,
Rousillon” They were well printed and had no issues with transferring them to
the model. Used Model Masters Olive Drab spray paint, and Tamiya USAF gray spray
paint.
The
P39 is a unique aircraft and I will build several more to go along with the 3
already built.
References:
Mark
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