VLE Models 1/72 Wilbault-Penhoet 282.T12 or 283.T12 - Bagged

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VLE Models 1/72 Wilbault-Penhoet 282.T12 or 283.T12 - Bagged plastic model kit

1/72 VLE Models Wilbault-Penhoet 282.T12 or 283.T12 - Bagged

Vacuform Model Kit

Quality model of this early modern French tri-engine airliner. In 1933 the 282.T12 was put into service by Air Union on the Paris-London route which was previously serviced by LeO-213 biplanes. The Wibault was a modern airliner featuring all metal construction in a low wing configuration. The higher speed shortened the route considerably. The later version, 283.T12, featured NACA cowlings enclosing all three engines and streamlined wheel pants. Several of these saw WWII service with the French Armee d'La Air and were painted camouflage to serve as military transports. One was reportedly captured by the Germans. At least one 283.T12 was flying at late as 1946. Nicely molded kit with resin engines. The vac moldings feature all recessed panel lines and window outlines also. There is a clear canopy and clear material for the side windows. Parts are included to build the 282 or 283 versions. Also included is a large, color decal sheet for Air France and Air Union. The kit has never been started. It has been inventoried complete with all parts, like-new decals, full size drawings and instructions.

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