PBY-5A Catalina 1/144 Die Cast Model
Features
- Model is approximately 5.25 long with a wingspan of 8.75
The PBY-5A Catalina was a versatile American amphibious aircraft used extensively during World War II. Developed by the Consolidated Aircraft Company it was primarily used for reconnaissance anti-submarine warfare and search-and-rescue missions. With its distinctive twin-engine high-wing design and ability to land on both water and land the PBY-5A proved highly adaptable. It was armed with defensive machine guns and could carry bombs depth charges or torpedoes. The Catalina played a crucial role in the Pacific and Atlantic theaters contributing significantly to the Allied victory by locating enemy submarines conducting surveillance and rescuing downed airmen.
