1/200 U.S. Army Air Forces C-47A 84th Troop Carrier Sqn Operation Neptune 75th Anniversary 42-2100591 "Tico Belle"

Herpa 1/200 USAAF"Tico Belle"Douglas C-47A

At 0407 hours on June 6, 1944, "Tico Belle" dropped members of the 82nd Airborne Division into Normandy near Sainte-Mère-Église as part of Operation Neptune. The C-47 and its crews continued to serve in various operations in France, Belgium, the Netherlands and ultimately Germany. "Tico Belle" remained in Germany after WWII and was part of the Berlin Airlift efforts five years later. She is kept airworthy by the Valiant Air Command non-profit organization in Titusville, Florida.

The range of aircraft model types, operators and scales from Herpa is vast and the quality is exceptional. All Herpa Wings models feature detailed printing of aircraft liveries and markings. The detailed shapes of the models have been produced according to drafts provided by the manufacturers. And, just like the manufacturers of the originals, Herpa is utilizing the latest technology and quality assurance for development and production.

Features:
- Scale: 1/200
- Model is approximately 3 ¾ inches long with 5 5/8 inch wingspan
- Highly detailed herpa wings (miniature model)
- True-to-scale aircraft model
- Realistic panel lines and surface details
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals
- The model is made of diecast metal constructions with some small plastic detail parts
- Small scale and life-like model for adult collectors. Not suitable for children under 14 years