Douglas B-26C Invader V01 USAF Korea 3D model

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Introducing the latest high-value models by Dreamscape Studios - the Douglas A-26B, A-26C, B-26B, B-26C, and A-26K. These models boast near-scale dimensions (within a couple of percent), are fully painted and textured with realistic maps, and feature an abundance of detailed components. The models include geometrical radial engines, well-defined cockpit areas, rear gunner positions, and in C models, forward positions as well. They also boast animated features like propellers, ailerons, elevators, flaps, rudder, cowling flaps, landing gear retraction, and landing gear doors. First built in 1943, the Douglas A-26B Invader was designed to replace the A-20 bombers and Martin B-26. It served as a low-level attack and bomber platform with 14 machine guns or combinations of machine guns and cannons. With an internal bomb bay, it could deliver a substantial load of bombs. Known for its speed, the aircraft was reliable and rugged, making it a common sight at the front during World War II. The A-26B models featured a 'hard nose' with a navigator/gun loader stationed in the forward cockpit, accompanied by the pilot and a gunner in the rear. The nose housed eight machine guns used for staffing, ground attack, and low to medium level bombing missions supporting ground troops. In contrast, the A-26C model sported a clear nose with a navigator bombardier stationed inside. Machine guns remained in the wings, and strafing was also part of its capabilities. Post-war, these aircraft continued to serve in the USAAF and USAF under the redesignation B-26 in 1948 when the attack designation A was abandoned. During the Korean conflict, both the B-26B and C saw active duty. To improve its performance, the A-26K underwent a major upgrade with refinements in wing structure, increased horsepower, external weapons storage, tip tanks for extended fuel load, and loiter time. The A-26 and B-26 served in various roles during the Vietnam conflict. Additionally, they were sold to other nations' air forces or repurposed into civil use as executive transports. Some were converted into firefighting water tankers, while others were destined for museums or flying warbird exhibits.