Thunderbolt P-47 Fighter bomber |
FROG 390P Thunderbolt P-47 Fighter bomber, International Model Aircraft, 1959-64
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Republic P-47D-20 Thunderbolt
| 390P | 1959-1964 | D | } (55000) | 1xUSAAF |
| F390 | 1964-1965 | D | 1xUSAAF |
| F390 | 1965-1968 | F1(K) | 100000 | 1xUSAAF |
| F210F | 1968-1974 | J2(K) | 255000 | 1xSEAC &
1xFrench AF |
| F390 | 1974-1976 | H(B) | 35000 | 1xSEAC &
1xFrench AF |
Also see F148 "Four Famous Fighters" set (1964). Surface detailing re-engraved by AMT in 1968.
FROG model aircraft 1932-1976, R. Lines, L. Hellstrom
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Over the counter
FROG
In their 2s 9d range plastics, latest are the Thunderbolt, Typhoon, Kittyhawk and Fw190. The plastic parts are moulded in the colour of the undersides of the respective aircraft so that only the upper surface need camouflage. Future additions will include the Wellington, Hapmden, Spitfire, Lancaster, D.H.Rapide and Blenheim.
Model Aircraft, April 1959 года
Model Talks
WHAT'S NEW IN THE SHOPS
A useful addition to the World War II fighters now available to plastic enthusiasts is made by Frog Kits with a new issue of no fewer than five famous fighters to 1/72nd-scale. They are the Curtiss Kittyhawk, Republic Thunderbolt, Hawker Typhoon, Mitsubishi Zero and Fw 190. Neat mouldings give the beginner a good start to a fine finish. Noteworthy feature is the separate prop-spinner which looks so much more realistic than the usual one-piece moulding for prop and spinner. (Frog. 2s. 9d. each.)
RAF Flying Review May 1959
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Tri-ang 390P Thunderbolt P-47 Fighter bomber, Lines Freres - S.A.Calais, 1962
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FROG F148 "Four Famous Fighters" Gift Pack (Fokker D.XXI, M.C.202, P-47D-20 and Spitfire II), International Model Aircraft, 1964
| F148 | 1964-1967 | X | 9000 | See below |
This was a special envelope which contained the standard
issue kits in their normal boxes, as well as cement, paint
and a brush. The original planning called for the Dewoitine
D.520 to be included rather than the M.C.202. Due to the
type of packaging used, as well as the very small number
produced, this set is today rare to the point of extinction.
FROG model aircraft 1932-1976, R. Lines, L. Hellstrom
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FROG F390 P-47 Thunderbolt Fighter bomber, Black series, Rovex Industries Ltd, 1964-65
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Republic P-47D-20 Thunderbolt
Black series
with GTs | F390 | 1965 | F1(K) | }100.000 | 1xUSAAF |
| Black series | F390 | 1966-1968 | F1(K) | 1xUSAAF |
FROG model aircraft 1932-1976, R. Lines, L. Hellstrom
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COVER COMMENT
There is a wide range of Thunderbolt kits already available covering most variants: Lindberg have recently announced that they will release a 1/72 scale kit of the P-47B/C later this year, and it will then be possible to make a model of virtually every P-47 variant.
In 1/72 scale are the old Frog and newer Airfix Razorback and Revell Bubble variants, plus an ancient and horrible Lindberg Bubble D. Of these the Frog kit is perhaps the most accurate, although on both this and the Airfix offering one has to re-shape the upper rear decking to obtain the true razor-edge of the original aircraft as owing to technical limitations the manufacturer cannot mould to this configuration. The Frog kit's wheel wells also need to be drilled out and the insignia impressed into the wings and fuselage filled in. The Airfix kit is not up to their usual standards; the parts do not fit very well and for some reason the completed model does not really look 'right'. The Revell version is grossly over-riveted and the undercarriage cover plates, like those of all Thunderbolt kits, are moulded in one piece. All the kits mentioned can, however, be assembled into very neat models.
We recommend plan pack HT2793, available, price 5/6d. post free, from Aero-modeller Plans Service, 13-35, Bridge Street, Hemel Hempstead, Herts, England. This includes highly detailed g.a. drawings of the P-47D, together with a great deal of additional information on details. This is a 'must' for anyone contemplating a model of any Thunderbolt variant.
The IPMS magazine, Vol.5 No.7, JULY 1968
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Air Lines 5901 Republic P-47 Thunderbolt, Lines Bros Inc., 1965
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FROG F210F Thunderbolt P-47 Fighter bomber, Black series, 1969-71
NEW AND IN VIEW NEW AIRCRAFT KITS
FROG. For some little time now rumour has had it that Frog were revising and updating many of their older kits, and at the Brighton Toy Fair rumour became fact with the release of those described below. Retailing at 3/- each in a new clear plastic pack, complete with coloured dramatic art on the front and the now very popular Profile style drawings on the back of the display card, these will certainly catch the eye in any model shop display.
Each kit has had all traces of the original surface detail removed and replaced by fine and accurate new detail. Unfortunately, costs have prevented full corrections, and such refinements as cut-out wheel wells are still omitted. Cockpit canopies have received attention where necessary and are far better than in the original kits, while completely new markings and insignia are given, two alternatives being provided for each type as follows :-
P-47D F210F
Thunderbolt I of 135 Sqdn. R.A.F. S.E.A.C.
P-47D-22RE. G/C/ll/3 Dauphine, 4 Esc. French Air Force 1944.
The very high standard of decals common to all Frog kits of recent months is maintained in these 'packaged' kits. All are matt or semi-gloss with excellent register, and the minute detailing, such as that on 'kill' markings or the MC 202 insignia, is clearly readable if one uses a magnifying glass.
It is to be hoped that other kits from the Frog range will be upgraded similarly as time goes by, and we look forward to these in due course.
The IPMS magazine, February 1969
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Republic P-47D-20 Thunderbolt
| F210F | 1968-1974 | J2(K) | 255000 | 1xSEAC &
1xFrench AF |
Surface detailing re-engraved by AMT in 1968.
FROG model aircraft 1932-1976, R. Lines, L. Hellstrom
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FROG F390 Thunderbolt P-47 Fighter bomber, Blue series, Rovex Hobbies & Models, 1974-76
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Republic P-47D-20 Thunderbolt
| F390 | 1974-1976 | H(B) | 35000 | 1xSEAC &
1xFrench AF |
FROG model aircraft 1932-1976, R. Lines, L. Hellstrom
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NOVO F390 Thunderbolt P-47 Fighter bomber, Cat.No.76006, 1976-1979
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Republic P-47D-20 Thunderbolt
| Cat.No.76006 | Series 1 | H(B) | 1979 | 105.000 | 1xSEAC &
1xFrench AF |
FROG model aircraft 1932-1976, R. Lines, L. Hellstrom
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Индекс 390 Thunderbolt P-47 Fighter bomber, Кругозор, Москва, 1979-1990
Kroogozor, Moscow, 1979-90
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