Italeri 1/48 P-38J Lightning Model Kit (2834) – WWII Twin-Boom Fighter

The Italeri 2834 P-38J Lightning is a meticulously detailed 1/48 scale plastic model kit that replicates the iconic Lockheed P-38J Lightning, a distinctive twin-boom fighter aircraft used during World War II. Renowned for its unique design and versatility, the P-38J served in various roles, including interception, ground attack, and reconnaissance.

Key Features:

Scale: 1/48

Model Dimensions: Approximately 24 cm in length

Skill Level: 3 (Intermediate)

Decal Options: Includes a super decal sheet with markings for five different versions, allowing modelers to depict various aircraft from the European Theater of Operations.

Instructions: Comes with a color instruction sheet for precise assembly guidance.

Contents: The kit contains one unassembled model; figure not included.

Historical Context:
The Lockheed P-38 Lightning was a revolutionary heavy fighter featuring a twin-boom fuselage design, with two liquid-cooled Allison V-1710 V-12 engines, each producing 1,425 hp. Capable of reaching speeds over 660 km/h (410 mph), it was armed with four 12.7 mm Browning machine guns and a Hispano M2 cannon, providing substantial firepower. Its long flight range made it particularly effective in the Pacific theater and for escorting long-range bombers over European skies. Due to its distinctive shape and formidable combat capabilities, enemy pilots nicknamed the P-38 “the fork-tailed devil.”

Additional Information:

Paint and Glue: Not included; required for assembly.

Recommended Age: 14 years and up.