Plastic Kitset - 1/104 PBY-5A Catalina

Dive into the world of model aviation with the 1/104 PBY-5A Catalina Plastic Model Kit, available exclusively at Smartfox NZ. This finely crafted kit, produced by Atlantis Models, allows you to recreate one of the most iconic aircrafts in military history. The PBY-5A Catalina, known for its unique amphibious capabilities, served a crucial role during World War II, undertaking reconnaissance missions and conducting daring rescues. Constructed using the classic Monogram tooling, this model features exceptional details like engraved markings and a realistic array of rivets, making it a must-have for both novice and experienced modelers.

With a generous wingspan of 12 inches and a length of 8.25 inches, the PBY-5A Catalina model captures the essence of this legendary aircraft with scale accuracy. Offering optional decals for two different configurations, builders can personalize their model to honor this piece of aviation history. The kit also includes six clear parts sprues, providing the option to showcase your creation on a clear globe swivel stand (sold separately).

Experience the thrilling legacy of the PBY-5A Catalina, especially its heroic mission in the rescue of the U.S.S. Indianapolis survivors amidst perilous conditions. Add this exquisite piece to your collection today and celebrate a pivotal chapter in aviation history with Smartfox NZ. Whether for display or as a rewarding building challenge, the 1/104 scale PBY-5A Catalina model is an essential addition for aircraft enthusiasts and collectors alike!
Explore aviation history with the 1/104 PBY-5A Catalina Plastic Model Kit, an exquisite piece from Atlantis Models available at Smartfox NZ. This detailed plastic model kit showcases the iconic PBY-5A Catalina, a veteran of the U.S. Navy, renowned for its versatile amphibious design and pivotal role in World War II operations. Crafted from the classic Monogram tooling, this kit not only captures the essence of the original aircraft but also features intricate engraved markings and an impressive array of rivets that highlight its historical significance.

Measuring 12 inches in wingspan and 8.25 inches long, the PBY-5A Catalina model boasts a remarkable level of scale accuracy. With decals provided for two distinct versions, modelers can customize their builds to commemorate part of aviation history. A set of six clear parts sprues enhances the overall model, offering the option to showcase your Catalina with our compatible clear globe swivel stand, sold separately.

The artwork included in this kit is inspired by the dramatic rescue operations conducted by the PBY-5A during the torpedoing of the USS Indianapolis, exemplifying the aircraft's legacy of bravery and heroism. Assemble your own piece of U.S. Navy legacy with this exceptional 1/104 scale plastic kit, perfect for both experienced modelers and newcomers alike. Embrace the challenge of this classic model kit and add a timeless piece of the aviation world to your collection with Smartfox NZ today!

1/104 PBY-5A Catalina
ATL AMCM5301 Atlantis Models 1/104 PBY-5A Catalina US Navy Seaplane Plastic Model Kit

1/104 Scale. This kit comes from the classic Monogram tooling. This was of the first Aircraft kits they produced along with the B-26 and the B-25 which we also own the tooling for. The kit features engraved markings and lots of rivets but is a classic. It has a wingspan of 12 inches and measures 8.25 inches long. Decals are included for 2 versions and it comes with a nice sprue of clear parts, 6 in total. New artwork based on a PBY rescuing the men from the ill fated USS Indianapolis. The oval PBY logo is on the decal sheet if you wish to mount your PBY on our clear globe swivel stand sold separately.
One of the most recognizable aircraft employed by the U.S. Navy during World War II, the Consolidated PBY-5A “Catalina” patrol bomber proved to be strategically indispensable for the elimination of U-boats from high above the tumultuous Atlantic Ocean. After four design iterations since its first flight in 1935, a fifth incarnation incorporated amphibious capabilities. Today, the Catalina is often cited for its part in the rescue of survivors from the torpedoed U.S.S. Indianapolis in 1945, risking 12-foot swells to save crew members helplessly adrift in shark-infested waters.