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C-97 Stratofreighter Model, USAF, MATS - Hobby Master HL4004
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Description
Hobby Master Airliners Series Diecast Model
Boeing C-97A Stratofreighter - #48-399, Military Air Transport Service (MATS), USAF
1:200 scale. Length: 6.5”. Wingspan: 8.5”
The Boeing Model 367 (Military C-97) was based on the Boeing B-50, which was based on the B-29. The B-50 incorporated a larger tail, more powerful engines, and numerous improvements gained from operating the B-29. The Model 367 utilized the improvements of the B-50, but only used the lower portion of the fuselage. Combined with the new upper section the aircraft was given its distinctive lobe shape. Between 1947 and 1958 there were 888 C-97s built.
MATS (Military Air Transport Service) began on June 1, 1948 comprised of 3 divisions including the Pacific Division. MATS existed until January 1, 1966 when it became MAC (Military Airlift Command). One of the aircraft MATS used was the C-97 Stratofreighter. Boeing identified the military C-97 as the Boeing Model 367. The first production C-97A was delivered in late 1949. The initial military order was for 27 C-97A and increased to 50. C-97 48-399 S/N 16011 was the third aircraft produced in the first batch of 27.
Hobby Master offers a wide selection of quality, pre-assembled, diecast model airplanes. Each model is crafted to a high level of accuracy using specifications of the original aircraft. They are constructed with precision-made diecast metal and some plastic components.
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