Kinetic Models C-2A Greyhound with Full Interior 1/48 Scale K48025

Description

The Grumman C-2 Greyhound is a modern, on-board American transport aircraft. The prototype flight took place in 1964. The machine was introduced to the US Navy in 1966, and still remains in the C-2A (R) version. In total, about 55-60 copies of this aircraft were built. The drive is provided by two motors Allison T56-A-425 . The plane’s top speed is 553 km / h, and the maximum range is 2,400 kilometers.

The Grumman C-2 Greyhound was commissioned by the US Navy to replace the C-1 Trader aircraft. When designing the C-2, the manufacturer relied heavily on another of its aircraft – the E-2 Hawkeye, for example, completely transferring the engines and wings from the E-2 to the new aircraft. Despite this, C-2 differs from its ancestor mainly in the tasks that are entrusted to it. It is a specialized plane for the COD mission, i.e. transporting supplies on aircraft carriers. The Grumman C-2 Greyhound is a highly successful machine with low reliability, relatively low operating costs, the possibility of quick unloading and loading and easy to pilot – for a machine operating mainly over water reservoirs. The basic version of the aircraft is the C-2A, which was replaced in 1985-1990 by the C-2A (R) aircraft with richer avionics. Machines of this type took part indirectly during the Persian Gulf War (1990-1991). Currently, their only user is the US Navy. Machines of this type are expected to remain on the line until 2027.

Assembly and painting required. Kit does not include model cement glue, paint, and tools. Adult supervision where required.

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