1/72 Trumpeter British “Wyvern” S.4 - 01619 Gondola wingspan: 259mm

wingspan: 259mm

middle (1941~1942) and late (1943~1945) periods

when the training and combat experience of American soldiers reached the required level

lightweight chassis and reliable engine

Assembly type tracks feature straight sections for a highly realistic finish

1/72 Trumpeter British “Wyvern” S.4 - 01619 Gondola wingspan: 259mmThe Wyvern prototype was first flown in 1946 and was found to have a very respectable performance with a top speed of 456 mph, despite being considerably heavier than a DC3 transport plane. Unfortunately, the teething problems that were the bane of the Wyverns existence began to manifest themselves, arising from the enormous engine and propellor overhang, causing bending of the propellor shaft and associated problems. At about this time, the British