1/72 AA2059 Anigrand Republic XF-84H Thunderscreech
Resin Model Kit, Box Condition: Exc
Very highly detailed resin kit. Never started and with all parts sttill internally sealed. Complete with decals and instructions. In 1950, Wright Air Development Center of the U.S.A.F. had worked with Curtiss and Hamilton to study the concept of a new propeller which could approach supersonic speed and power a piston-engine fighter. The engineers at WADC needed a suitable airframe to test the concept. They selected most powerful Allison turboprop engine at the time and chose to modify the Republic F-84F for this new role. The concept also compelled the U.S. Navy to join the evaluation because they were interested in a high-speed jet fighter with low fuel consumption and low take-off and landing speed. In 1952, two prototypes were ordered from Republic and were designated XF-84H. The maiden flight was made in 1955. Performance was not outstanding as it never reached supersonic speed, but still became the fastest propeller-driven fighter. After more flight testing, both the Air Force and Navy lost further interest in the research as mid-flight refueling experiments showed promise to extend the range of the pure-jet aircraft on the drawing boards.
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