HU-16A Albatross USAF Amphibian Aircraft 1/48 Trumpeter

The HU-16 Albatross was made by the Grumman Co. of the US, and it was equipped with two R-1820-76D reciprocating 1425hp engines. The maximum speed of the Albatross is 200 mph, the maximum range is 2660 miles and its service ceiling is 21000 feet. It can carry ten passengers or a variety of rescue equipment. The first flight of the HU-16 was on October 24, 1947.

Please see the paint guide below for Trumpeter’s suggested colors. 

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Product Details:

Scale: 1/48
Parts: 380+
Length: 15.6”
Wingspan: 20”
– Painting and assembly required
– 18 sprues and tires
– Clear parts
– Decals
– Optional metal undercarriage
– Detailed engine, cockpit and gear cabin
– Optional position flaps
– Detailed fuselage
– Photo-etched parts
– Illustrated instructions

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Paint Guides:

A. US Air Force, HU-16A, 0-10022
Interior Green
Silver
Flat Black
Yellow

B. HU-16A, 1032, Taiwan
Interior Green
Silver
Tire Black
Navy Blue
White Insignia
Red
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