B-52D Stratofortress

B-52D Stratofortress

LandNorge , Norge
TypeLangtrekkende, subsonisk, jetdrevet strategisk bombefly
Produsert1952–1962
Bygget744

Den Boeing B-52 Stratofortress is a long-range, subsonic, jet-powered strategic bomber. The B-52 was designed and built by Boeing, which has continued to provide support and upgrades. It has been operated by the United States Air Force (USAF) since the 1950s. The bomber carries up to 70,000 pounds (32,000 kg) of weapons. Beginning with the successful contract bid in June 1946, the B-52 design evolved from a straight-wing aircraft powered by six turboprop engines to the final prototype YB-52 with eight turbojet engines and swept wings. The B-52 took its maiden flight in April 1952. Built to carry nuclear weapons for Cold War-era deterrence missions, the B-52 Stratofortress replaced the Convair B-36. Although a veteran of several wars, the Stratofortress has dropped only conventional munitions in combat.

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ROKS-3 flammekastere

ROKS-3 flammekastere

LandURSS
TypeFlammekaster
Modell

ROKS-3 flammekastere

Emnet

Album av 13 bilder walk-rundt av en ROKS-3 flammekastere

The ROKS-2 and ROKS-3 were man-portable flamethrowers used by the USSR in the Second World War. The ROKS-2 was designed not to draw attention so the fuel tank was designed to be easy to conceal within a knapsack, and the fuel pipe designed to resemble a rifle. ROKS-3 was a simplified design and had a regular cylindrical fuel tank. The Finnish designation for captured ROKS-2 units was M/41-r. Roks-2 were used, amongst other engagements, during the close-range fighting during the first days of the battle of Kursk in 1943.

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Britiske firhjulinger og mannskap - Airfix A04701

Airfix

RefA04701
TypeModellsett
Skala1/48
Emnet

Britiske firehjulinger og mannskap

En modell av merkevaren Airfix settet : British Quad Bikes and Crew – Airfix A04701.

Delivering vital combat supplies to troops on the ground, quad bikes and trailers are providing sterling service on frontline operations. This latest batch of Afghanistan-bound ATVs and trailers will deliver food, water and ammunition to the front line, in difficult to access areas or where larger vehicles are not suitable, effectively running alongside those who are on dismounted operations. 8 Figures Included

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Monty's Humber Snipe Staff Car - Airfix A05360

Airfix

RefA05360
TypeModellsett
Skala1/32
Emnet

Monty’s Humber Snipe Staff Bil

En modell av merkevaren Airfix settet : Monty’s Humber Snipe Staff Car – Airfix A05360.

General Montgomery reiste berømt i sin Humber Snipe 4×2 Four-Seat Open Tourer, både i de nordafrikanske kampanjene og også i Vest-Europa etter D-Day landinger. Dette settet kommer med den berømte generalen kledd i sin velkjente slagkjole og beret, sammen med sin dedikerte sjåfør.

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Rommel's Half Track - Airfix A06360

Airfix

RefA06360
TypeModellsett
Skala1/32
Emnet

Rommels halve spor

En modell av merkevaren Airfix settet : Rommel’s Half Track – Airfix A06360.

General Rommel was often known to be in the field watching the situation on the battlefield whilst protected in his standard Sd.Kfz 250/3 Semi-Tracked Reconnaissance Car. Rommel named this car “Greif” (meaning “Strike”). This kit comes with a model figure of the General, his driver and his observer.

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Vosper motortorpedobåt - Airfix A05280

Airfix

RefA05280
TypeModellsett
Skala1/72
Emnet

Vosper motortorpedobåt

En modell av merkevaren Airfix settet : Vosper Motor Torpedo Boat – Airfix A05280/span>.

Det minste og raskeste av de operative Royal Navy-fartøyene under andre verdenskrig. Denne typen hadde fire 18-tommers torpedorør på det innspylte dekket. Andre oppgaver inkluderte minelegging, og levering og henting av agenter og kommandosoldater til og fra fiendens kystlinje.

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Chieftain

Chieftain tank

LandStorbritannia
Rolle

Hoved kamp tank

I tjeneste1966–nå
ProdusentenLeyland Motors

FV 4201 Chieftain var Storbritannias viktigste stridsvogn på 1960- og 1970-tallet. Det var en av de mest avanserte stridsvognene i sin tid, og på tidspunktet for introduksjonen i 1966 hadde den kraftigste hovedpistolen og den mest effektive panseret av alle stridsvogner i verden. Chieftain introduserte også en liggende (tilbakelent bakover) førerposisjon, noe som muliggjorde et tungt skrånende skrog med redusert høyde.

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Willys Jeep og Trailer - Airfix A01322

Airfix

RefA01322
TypeModellsett
Skala1/76
Emnet

Willys Jeep og tilhenger

En modell av merkevaren Airfix settet : Willys Jeep and Trailer – Airfix A01322.

The ultimate utilty vehicle in WWII was the Willys Jeep. Due to the huge demand Ford was contracted to produce them as well. The Ford car was then designated GPW, with the “W” referring to the “Willys” licensed design. During World War II, Willys produced 363,000 Jeeps and Ford some 280,000. Approximately 51,000 were exported to the U.S.S.R. under the Lend-Lease program. A top speed of 65mph and a lightweight construction enabled it to operate in many locations unsuited to other vehicles.

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U.K. SHERMAN FIREFLY Normandie 1944 - Styrker av Valor 80064

Styrker av Tapperhet

Ref 80064
TypeBRITISK SHERMAN FIREFLY
Skala1/32
Emnet

U.K. SHERMAN FIREFLY Normandy 1944

Et sett med merkevaren Styrker av Tapperhet settet : U.K. SHERMAN FIREFLY Normandie 1944 – Styrker av tapperhet 80064/span>.

The Sherman Firefly was a WWII British variant of the American Sherman tank, fitted with the powerful British 17 pounder anti-tank gun as its main weapon. Originally conceived as a stopgap until future British tank designs came into service, the Sherman Firefly became the most common tank with the 17 pounder in WWII. It soon became highly valued as the only British tank capable of defeating the Panther and Tiger tanks it faced in Normandy at standard combat ranges. The Forces of Valor® replica is of a U.K. Sherman Firefly as seen in Normandy in 1944.

-Constructed of both die cast metal and plastic. -Lower chassis and barrel are metal. -Elevating barrels. -Rotating turret. -Tracks roll. -Includes a commander. -Accessories are removable. -Accurate markings and insignia. -New packaging for 2012, no ties or screws, double blister construction.

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Kanadiske AVGP Husky [Tidlig versjon] - Trompetist 01503

Trumpeter

Ref 01503
TypeModellsett
Skala1/35
Emnet

Canadian AVGP Husky

En modell av merkevaren Trumpeter settet: Canadian AVGP Husky [Early Version] – Trumpeter 01503.

Settet består av over 280 deler : -the kit w/refined detail -multi-slide moulded lower hull , upper hull -separate rear panel with crew entry doors -The main tires are hollow rubber with very good tread pattern -The photo-etched fret included

Armoured Vehicle General Purpose (AVGP)-flåten består av tre varianter: Cougar, Grizzly og Husky. AVGP-flåten ble tatt i bruk i 1976. Totalt 195 Cougars ble opprinnelig anskaffet for å utstyre regulære og reservepansrede enheter. Etter anskaffelsen av Coyote som en del av Army Equipment Rationalisation Plan i 1999, ble Cougar-flåten redusert til 100 kjøretøy – som utelukkende skulle brukes av reservepansrede enheter. AVGP-flåten gjennomgår for tiden et program for forlengelse av levetiden for å øke påliteligheten, støtten og fellestrekket med Bison- og Coyote-flåtene. Antall i bruk: Cougar – 100, Grizzly – 274, Husky – 27.

Source: Trumpeter

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