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Supermarine Walrus
Designed by R.J Mitchell, the Walrus was a catapult launched biplane amphibian powered by a Bristol Pegasus 9-cylinder radial pusher engine. Deployed in WWII primarily for SAR (search and rescue) missions, the "Shagbat" as she was affectionately known, saved the lives of many downed airmen, as well as being used in spotter & attach roles.
These aircraft were responsible for the sinking of several enemy submarines and it was a Walrus that located the German battecruiser Scharnhorst in June 1940.

Model Specifications:

  • Free Flight Power Scale
  • Wingspan: 24"
  • Flying Weight: 120 grams
  • Power: Surplus electric motor geared down 4.5:1
  • Batteries; 4x150mAh NiMH cells
  • Covering: Sig Medium-Flite Plyspan
  • Finish: 3 coats Sig Butyrate clear dope thinned 50/50 followed by color: Model Master enamels airbrushed.
  • Graphics; computer generated waterslide decals.

Ted Allebone
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