The exploits of the 3rd Battalion, 506th Parachute Infantry Regiment (PIR) have been long overshadowed by those of Easy Company, 2nd Battalion. Yet the actions of the 3rd Battalion during the D-Day landings were every bit as incredible & this is the astounding story of how, after suffering many immediate casualties on landing, the surviving paratroopers fought on towards their objectives against horrendous odds. Using fascinating first-hand accounts of the soldiers & the French civilians who witnessed the Normandy campaign, & illustrated with black & white photographs & maps throughout, the authors offer a unique, comprehensive account of the experiences of the 3rd battalion from training through to D-Day & beyond. Authors: Ian Gardner Roger Day Hardback ISBN: 9781846033223 ...

A planset drawn from an article in the first issue of Wood Works for a 4 foot high tool cabinet on castors. It is made from T & G boards & ply & is suitably robust. It can even be taken on site Author: Anon Plan type: DSkill level: AProduct Code: WW493 ...

An extremely useful planset from Wood Works for the making of a number of essential woodworking tools. Included are: A Pencil Gauge, Tapered Leg Planing guide, Scratch Stocks. Dowel Groover, Winding Strips, Mitre Sawing Box, Planing Stops, Large Marking Out Square, Large Adjustable Square, & Sawing Boards for use with hacksaws Author: Anon Plan type: BSkill level: AProduct Code: WW494 ...

Top Flite Sea Fury Gold Edition. 61-.91 (A-TOPA0155) In 1942, Britain's Royal Air Force saw the need for a good long-range fighter... but it was the Royal Navy which picked up the Fury & introduced it to their Air Fleet in 1948. Christened ' Sea Fury', it proved a capable warrior, & in 1949 set a speed record flying from London to Rome. No surprise, then, that the former warbird is often seen today at such events as the Reno Air Races
- which in 1999 featured no less than eight Sea Fury contenders. CAD-engineered wood parts interlock perfectly for fast, easy assembly Fiberglass cowl & ABS detail parts add impressive realism Dual aileron servos simplify set-up Slow stall speed & superior handling throughout the rpm range Specification: Wingspan: 1650mm (65") Weight: 4530g Radio System: 4-7 Channel IC Motor.61-.91 Two Stroke MANUFACTURER: TOP FLITE PRODUCT CODE: A-TOPA0155
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Top Flite Beech Bonanza (A-TOPA0305) Exceptionally detailed sport 1/5 scale kit that shares many of the features that inspired the original 40's timeless classic that boasted luxuries & long life well beyond the norm of the time. A true flyer's delight. Build your Top Flite Bonanza with the Model V35B V-tail or Model F33A straight tail- all parts for both configurations are included. CAD-engineered for nearly automatic parts alignment, an easy, impressive scale project for intermediate builders. Custom-designed Selig S8036 (root) & S8037 (tip) airfoils provide excellent stall resistance & superior handling throughout the speed range. Specification: Wingspan: 81 in (2060 mm) Length: 63.6 in (1615 mm) Weight: 11-13 lb (4990-5900 g) Radio System: 4-6 channel radio with 6-9 servos (Required)IC Engine: 2-stroke. 61-.91 cu in (10.0-15.0 cc)IC Engine: 4-stroke. 91-1.20 cu in (15.0-20.0 cc) Wing Area: 1040 in² (67.1 dm²) MANUFACTURER: TOP FLITE PRODUCT CODE: A-TOPA0305 ...

Top Flite Cessna 182 81" (A-TOPA0300) First time giant-scale builders & experienced scale modelers alike will find the classic plane they want in the Cessna 182 Skylane. The massive, 81" span, precision-formed ABS parts & decals (for items even as tiny as door hinges) make it easy to add detail for judging. An impressive project that the average builder can complete
- & a smooth, easy flyer that virtually any pilot can enjoy! 3D CAD-engineered construction Concealed linkages, 'ABS cowl, tailcone, wheel spats & strut fairings ease the creation of a true-scale appearance Two-piece, pre-drilled aluminum main landing gear bolts from inside the fuselage to maintain perfect scale lines Engine can be completely concealed within the cowl using optional header & in-cowl muffler Moulded-in 'bowls' with clear lenses make adding (optional) landing lights easy Specification: Wingspan: 2050mm (81") Weight: 540g Radio System: 4-6 Channel IC Motor.61-.91 Two Stroke MANUFACTURER: TOP FLITE PRODUCT CODE: A-TOPA0300
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Top Flite F4U Corsair Gold Edition Revised (A-TOPA0101) This is the updated Sport Scale Model of the famous gull-wing fighter flown in WWII & Korea. This kit now accepts Topflite's optional cockpit kit & builds even easier. flighter aircraft appearance. Computer-designed from the ground up, its interlocking parts simplify assembly & increase durability. The kit features an injection moulded ABS cowl & vacuum-formed wing air scoops (oil-coolers) for authentic detail. Requires a. 60-.80 2 stroke or. 91-1.20 4 stroke engine with ' Pitts' style muffler & four to seven channel radio with All balsa & plywood easy to assemble this kit ABS cowl & air scoops CAD-drawn rolled plans Pushrods, hardware, hinges, engine mount included Photo illustrated instruction manual explains installation of optional retracts & flaps Specification: Wingspan: 1575mm Weight: 3175-4310g Radio System: 4-7 Channel IC Motor.60-.80 two stroke or. 91-1.20 four stroke MANUFACTURER: TOP FLITE PRODUCT CODE: A-TOPA0101 ...

The single-engine Curtiss P-40 Warhawk took its maiden flight in 1938, & its fierce reputation continues to this day. Used by many Allied countries during WWII, its " Warhawk" nickname came courtesy of the U.S. Army Air Corps. After production ceased in November, 1944, 13, 738 P-40s remained to fight in the front lines for the final months of the war. This exceptional Top Flite ARF comes loaded with scale details which will impress even the most discriminating warbird modelers. Gold Edition ARF warbirds are famous for their authentic details, & the Warhawk is no exception. A realistic, eye-catching cockpit is just one of the notable features ready for your favorite pilot figure. The painted fiberglass cowl recreates the iconic "shark's mouth" design used by the Flying Tigers. A painted aluminum spinner also comes standard. Top Flite

Includes:: flat-finish decals seen on real WWII-era P-40 Warhawk aircraft. Assembles in as little as 15-20 hours. Built-up & sheeted wood construction, covered in flat-finish Mono Kote. Highly detailed cockpit. Painted fiberglass cowl, exhaust ports, landing gear pods & aluminum spinner. Product Specification: Wingspan: 1640mm (64.5") Length: 1395mm (55") Weight: 4.4
- 4.5kg (9.75
- 10lb) Servos: 7
- 8 Radio System: 5 CIC Engine. 60
-. 91 2-Stroke IC Engine. 90
- 1.20 4-Stroke Wing Loading: 95
- 98 g/dm² (31
- 32 oz/ft²) Wing Area: 46.6 dm² (722 in²) Manufacturer: Top Flite Model / Part No: P-40 Warhawk 60 ARTF (A-TOPA0970) Product Manual: Click here








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