Share Stories of Launches and Operations with this Nostalgic B-29 Superfortress

Warplanes proudly brings you yet another product we are deeply proud of: the B-29 Superfortress model airplane. This B-29 Superfortress model is made from only the finest grade of mahogany, worked to a perfect scale copy of the B-29 Superfortress. The design of the wing, the tail and the body of this art piece are carefully carved, mirrored from the actual B-29 Superfortress. Cover it in a detailed, complete paint scheme, that includes squadron name, logos, insignia and the plane's distinct markings, and you get a one of a kind model you can definitely be proud of!

To preserve the B-29 Superfortress's exquisite design, a coat of clear lacquer is finally applied to its entire body. All exquisite works done to our models are enthusiastically performed by our highly skilled craftsmen that are aviation enthusiast themselves. The B 29 Superfortress model plane is mounted on a steel support rod and a wooden- base stand so you can beamingly display this masterpiece anywhere you want. Other optional display accessories are also available, including the pitch wall mount for your model collection allowing it to be placed on the wall and ceiling for an added flying effect.

Primarily flown in World War II and the Korean War, the B-29 Superfortress was introduced on May 8, 1944. Built by Boeing, the B- 29 first flew on September 21, 1942. There were more than 3,000 B-29s built. It carried the atomic bombs which wrecked Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The aircraft was capable od carrying 11 crew members. It was also used by the Stratovision Company as flying television transmitters after the war. Powered by four Wright R-3350-23 and 23A turbo supercharged radial engines, it can had a maximum speed of 357 mph. It was 30.18m in length and 8.5m in height. Its wingspan was 43.06m. Each cost more than $600,000 then.

The B-29's name was derived from theB-17 Flying Fortress. It became obsolete when jet engine fighter planes were being developed. It was one of the largest aircraft to serve in World War II. Many bombers, reconnaissance aircraft, trainers and tankers were designed based on the Superfortress.