The P-47 Thunderbolt, (aka the "Jug") was the biggest, heaviest, and most expensive fighter aircraft in history to be powered by a single engine. It was one of the main United States Army Air Forces (USAAF) fighters of World War II. The P-47 was effective in air combat but also a very effective plane for ground attack. It had eight .50-caliber machine guns, four per wing. When fully loaded the P-47 could weigh up to eight tons.
This aircraft became popular with many air forces around the world. The prototype of the real plane is pictured below.
Once you've opened the box, this replica P-47 will be ready for take-off in only a few minutes, everything you need to fly (apart from 8 AA batteries for the transmitter) is included in the package. Nitrotek have specified this plane with the 35Hz controller and brushed motor options, making it an affordable entry level outfit, ideal for someone wanting to buy their first plane.
This model is lightweight, extremely tough, and the fuselage has been finished, carefully emulating the details of the original aeroplane. This plane features excellent stability and awesome aerobatic capabilities. An experienced pilot will have it performing inside loops, outside loops, axial rolls, inverted flight, knife edge, stall turns, hammerheads, and even spins!.
This plane is described as RTF or ready to fly, this means that everything except batteries for the transmitter is included in the box and that only a few minor stages of assembly remain, such as attaching the wings and tailplane. These steps should take around 30 minutes to complete.
