Osprey's "Modelling the P-47 Thunderbolt" will be available online from Squadron.com

"Modelling the P-47 Thunderbolt" by Brett Green is now available from Osprey Publishing. This new book in the Osprey Modelling series includes coverage of seven 1/48 scale P-47 kits being built, including conversions to a P-47C and P-47M, with a special emphasis on Tamiya's superb new Thunderbolts.

Free 1/72 scale Supplement

Osprey Publishing is also offering a free downloadable supplement, "Modelling the P-47 Thunderbolt in 1/72 scale", to accompany the book. You can download this free 21 page illustrated supplement right now from Osprey Publishing's website.

The supplement includes an analysis of existing 1/72 scale kits, a list of accessories and decals, plus a full construction feature on Tamiya's 1/72 scale P-47D Thunderbolt.

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"Modelling the P-47 Thunderbolt in 1/72 scale"

About the Book - Modelling the P-47 Thunderbolt

The P-47 Thunderbolt, affectionately nicknamed the ‘Jug’, was one of the most famous fighter aircraft of World War II. Used as both a high-altitude escort fighter and a low-level fighter-bomber, it quickly gained a reputation for being tough and resilient.

Several air forces operated the Jug, and it sported a wide range of camouflage schemes, finishes and markings, including stunning nose art.

Modellers have been well served with Thunderbolt kits over the years, right up to the latest highly accurate releases.

This book takes a step-by-step approach to modelling a wide variety of P-47 types in 1/48 scale, from ‘Razorbacks’ in USAAF colours to RAF T-bolts in the Far East. It provides advice on conversions (including a Bubbletop to a P-47M), adding aftermarket items, detailing, and ways to achieve top quality weathering and finishes.