Lockheed P-38E Lightning
Kit Facts
- First issued
- 1972
- First catalogue reference
- 398 in 9th Edition (1971)
- Box Type 3 artist
- Roy Cross
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Description
One of the most distinctive aircraft to be seen in World War II was the twin-boom Lightning. It was used in Europe and in the Pacific for escort duties. This new kit builds the series E version. – Taken from the 9th edition catalogue (1971)
10th edition catalogue (1973), listed as Lockheed P-38F Lightning from Lockheed P-38E Lightning.
1985 edition catalogue, listed as P38F Lightning from Lockheed P-38F Lightning.
1986 edition catalogue, listed as Lockheed Lightning from P38F Lightning.
1987 edition catalogue, listed as Lockheed P-38F Lightning from Lockheed Lightning.
Additional information
| Airfix Series (first appearance) | 3 |
|---|---|
| First Issued | 1972 |
| Catalogue Ref - 9th Edition (1971) | 398 |
| Catalogue Ref - 10th Edition (1973) | 03018-0 |
| Catalogue Ref - 11th Edition (1974) | 03018-0 |
| Catalogue Ref - 12th Edition (1975) | 03018-0 |
| Catalogue Ref - 13th Edition (1976) | 03018-0 |
| Catalogue Ref - 14th Edition (1977) | 03018-0 |
| Catalogue Ref - 15th Edition (1978) | 03018-0 |
| Catalogue Ref - 17th Edition (1980) | 03018-0 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1982 Edition | 03018-0 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1983 Edition | 9 03018 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1984 Edition | 9 03018 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1985 Edition | 903018 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1986 Edition | 3018 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1987 Edition | 3018 |
| Catalogue Ref - 1988 Edition | 3018 |
| Artist on Box Type 3 | Roy Cross |
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