US PBY Catalina Flying Boat Free 3D print model

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I have a new design, one that brings the majesty of a flying boat to a tiny scale. Imagine, if you will, a model PBY Catalina that is but 1/900th of its former size - and yet still captures all the essence of this incredible machine. Certain aspects, admittedly, are not to scale, but this does not detract from its allure. The real thing was no slouch, either: the PBY Catalina proved itself an extremely capable flying boat, one of the most prolific of its kind in history. And even today, they remain operational, taking on crucial roles in wildfire fighting efforts around the world. But wait, there's more! This versatile machine has also seen action in anti-submarine warfare, patrol bombing, convoy escort duty, cargo transport and search & rescue missions. All told, a staggering 3,305 were produced - an impressive feat, if I do say so myself. Now, onto this diminutive marvel of engineering. Since it was crafted at the remarkable scale of 1/900th, feel free to expand or shrink it to your heart's content. Just remember that enlarging the model might render some of its intricate details a bit fuzzy due to the increased print size. As for down-scaling, be aware that printing larger versions won't exactly reveal the finer points, either. But do keep in mind that up-scaling isn't the only game in town. This tiny model has been deliberately optimized at 1/900th scale; don't worry about messing around with its measurements just yet! However, the length and wingspan will be spot-on when it's enlarged - which they were to start off with, naturally. It also boasts extra sturdy parts to ensure maximum print stability. If you want an airworthy PBY (or merely an aesthetic model) then here are some options for individual units or complete squadrons available via CGTrader under a Free to download format; specifically on this site is https://www.cgtrader.com/free-3d-print-models/miniatures/vehicles/stand-for-miniature-aircraft , and while they'll require assembly it could make all the difference. And guess what? You can be a part of an amazing WWII aircraft community. The rest, well you're free to check out whenever you feel like expanding my existing 1:900 PBY. Want more info then message me or I shall prioritize making one that meets your specifications! Don't know where these last two update timestamps go though (added missing engines sometime in past plus October) so have kept as originally entered and removed redundant words to achieve higher readability.