Polikarpov I-16 Fighter Aircraft "Combat Ace Luo Ying Te Taiwan Sino-Japanese War" Republic of China Air Force "Oxford Aviation" Series 1/72 Diecast Model Airplane by Oxford Diecast
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- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast airplane model of Polikarpov I-16 Fighter Aircraft "Combat Ace Luo Ying Te, Taiwan, Sino-Japanese War" Republic of China Air Force "Oxford Aviation" Series die cast model by Oxford Diecast.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Comes with a display stand.
- This model does not have any openings.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
- Dimensions approximately Length-3.25, Wingspan-4.75.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
- HISTORY ASPECTS:
- The Polikarpov I-16 Type 10, piloted by the 5-Victory Ace Luo Ying Te of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Air Force, holds a remarkable place in history for its service during the Sino-Japanese War. This conflict, which raged from 1937 to 1945, was a critical theater of World War II, with the Republic of China fighting against the Japanese Empire's expansionist ambitions in Asia.
- Luo Ying Te, a skilled pilot and ace, achieved five confirmed victories while flying the Polikarpov I-16 Type 10. The I-16, known as the "Rata" to the Soviets and "Mosca" to the Spanish Republicans, was one of the world's first low-wing cantilever monoplanes with retractable landing gear. Its agility and speed made it a formidable opponent in dogfights against Japanese aircraft.
- In the hands of aces like Luo Ying Te, the I-16 played a vital role in defending Chinese airspace and striking back at Japanese forces. Luo Ying Te's victories, symbolized by the markings on this aircraft model, serve as a testament to the bravery and determination of the Republic of China's pilots during this challenging period in history.
- Now, you can own a meticulously crafted 1:72 scale, paying tribute to the resilience of the Republic of China Air Force during the Sino-Japanese War. Display it with pride and honor the legacy of those who defended their homeland against overwhelming odds.
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