{"product_id":"p-47d-thunderbolt-bubbletop","title":"Tamiya Republic P-47D Thunderbolt “Bubbletop” | 1\/48 Scale Model Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\nThis 1\/48 scale plastic model assembly kit recreates the Republic P-47D Thunderbolt “Bubbletop,”\nthe late-production evolution of one of the most powerful single-engine fighters of World War II.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nDerived from the original XP-47B prototype, the P-47 Thunderbolt grew into a massive and\nexceptionally rugged fighter-bomber powered by the Pratt \u0026amp; Whitney R-2800 radial engine.\nThe P-47D variant became the most widely produced, benefitting from continual wartime\nrefinements including increased power, improved systems, and greater fuel capacity.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe D-25 sub-type introduced the electrically actuated bubble canopy, dramatically improving\npilot visibility and resulting in a reshaped rear fuselage. This “Bubbletop” configuration became\na defining feature of late-production Thunderbolts and enhanced their effectiveness in both\nescort and ground-attack roles.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nArmed with eight .50 caliber machine guns and capable of carrying bombs, rockets, and drop\ntanks, the P-47D Bubbletop proved to be a superbly balanced fighter-bomber. This kit accurately\ncaptures the aircraft’s imposing proportions, detailed engine area, and flexible configuration\noptions for an authentic WWII aircraft build.\n\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tamiya","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50359947591927,"sku":"MH_TAM61090_HH","price":55.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0907\/3324\/8759\/files\/e7d302d60cff158ff4111d7f4b8d22e0.jpg?v=1765935303","url":"https:\/\/checkout.miniaturehobbies.com\/products\/p-47d-thunderbolt-bubbletop","provider":"Miniature Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}