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HPI 4410 Ground Assault Tire D Compound 2pcs – Metro Hobbies

To this day, the sleek delta-winged Convair B-58 Hustler with its slim coke-bottle fuselage remains a fascinating aircraft. 55-0661 was the second prototype of Convair’s Mach-2 strategic bomber and took off on its maiden flight on February 16, 1957. Nicknamed “Mach-in-Boid”, she was extensively used for tests and evaluation, among several other firsts, being the first “Hustler” to conduct inflight refueling tests, the first to carry the unique combined fuel tankweapons pod, or the first to test in-flight emergency ejection at supersonic speeds using a pressurized escape pod. Features Diecast metal construction with some plastic components. Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details. Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals. Permanently extended landing gear with non-rotating wheels. Some releases feature interchangeable openclosed canopies. Authentic fixed ordnance loads. Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.