Polikarpov I-16 Fighter Aircraft "Combat Ace Luo Ying Te Taiwan Sino-Japanese War" Republic of China Air Force "Oxford Aviation" Series 1/72 Diecast

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Brand new 1/72 scale diecast airplane model of Polikarpov I-16 Fighter Aircraft "Combat Ace Luo Ying Te Taiwan Sino-Japanese War" Republic of China Air Force "Oxford Aviation" Series die cast model by Oxford Diecast. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Comes with a display stand. This model does not have any openings. Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts. Dimensions approximately Length-3.25 Wingspan-4.75. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane. HISTORY ASPECTS:The Polikarpov I-16 Type 10 piloted by the 5-Victory Ace Luo Ying Te of the Republic of China (Taiwan) Air Force holds a remarkable place in history for its service during the Sino-Japanese War. This conflict which raged from 1937 to 1945 was a critical theater of World War II with the Republic of China fighting against the Japanese Empires expansionist ambitions in Asia.Luo Ying Te a skilled pilot and ace achieved five confirmed victories while flying the Polikarpov I-16 Type 10. The I-16 known as the "Rata" to the Soviets and "Mosca" to the Spanish Republicans was one of the worlds first low-wing cantilever monoplanes with retractable landing gear. Its agility and speed made it a formidable opponent in dogfights against Japanese aircraft.In the hands of aces like Luo Ying Te the I-16 played a vital role in defending Chinese airspace and striking back at Japanese forces. Luo Ying Tes victories symbolized by the markings on this aircraft model serve as a testament to the bravery and determination of the Republic