Republic P-47D Thunderbolt 226785 “OH JOHNNIE”, of 22 year old 1st Lt. Raymond Knight 346th FS/350th FG, Pisa, Italy, 1945. Nicknamed the "Jug", the P-47 was heavily armed with 4 x .50 calibre machine guns in each wing and could also carry 5" rockets or a 2,500 bomb payload. With its ability to absorb damage from enemy fire, and its impressive strike power, the P-47 excelled at ground attack. A role expertly exploited by Knight. Diecast model with some plastic parts. Rotating prop, cockpit slides open, and pilot figure can be removed. Landing gear can be displayed up or down. Box has some damage on one corner, but the model is mint. Approx. 23cm x 26cm (9" x 10.25"). Comes with a display stand.