Osprey Modelling 11 : Modelling the P-47 Thunderbolt

The P-47 Thunderbolt, affectionately nicknamed the 'Jug', was one of the most famous fighter aircraft of World War II. Used as both a high-altitude escort fighter and a low-level fighter-bomber, it quickly gained a reputation for being tough and resilient. Many different air forces operated this plane, and it sported a wide range of camouflage schemes, finishes and markings, including stunning nose art. Modellers have been well served with Thunderbolts over the years, right up to the latest highly accurate releases. This book takes a step-by-step approach to modelling a wide variety of P-47 types in 1/48-scale, from 'Razorbacks' in USAAF colours to RAF T-bolts in the Far East. It provides expert advice on conversions (including a Bubbletop to a P-47M), adding aftermarket items, detailing, and ways to achieve top quality weathering and finishes. Text by Brett Green.

Contents

• Introduction
• Modelling the P-47 in 1/48 Scale
• Building a P-47C in 1/48 Scale
• Tamiya's P-47D Thunderbolts 1/48 scale
• Academy's 1/48-scale P-47D as a Thunderbolt Mk.II
• 'Hot Rod Jug' : Converting Hasegawa's 1/48-scale Bubbletop to a P-47M
• Pacific Heavyweight : ProModeler's 1/48-scale P-47N
• Further Reading, Media and Websites
• Index
• Colour Reference Chart