1/48 Pro Modeler SB2C Helldiver

Gallery Article by David Rapasi on Mar 10 2010

 

This is a model of a Marine SB2C-3 Helldiver from VMSB-343 "Gregory's Gorillas" that was used for patrolling around Midway in late 1944.

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This model was backdated from a SB2C-4 kit to a SB2C-3 by installing the windows behind the pilot's sliding canopy, replacing the dive brakes with un-perforated ones, omitting the prop spinner, and eliminating the zero-length rocket launchers.

The model was finished with Model Master Paints, kit decals, and homemade stencils.

Dave

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Photos and text © by David Rapasi