ICM KDA-1 (Q-2A) Firebee Drone with Trailer

Description

In 1948, the US Air Force signed a contract with the Ryan Aeronautical Company to build a jet drone that would serve as a target for shooting training. Ryan developed the Firebee, a prototype of which, designated XQ-2, first flew in 1951. The drone was distinguished by swept wings and plumage, as well as an air intake in the bow.

The Firebee could be launched either by a carrier aircraft (the first of which was the A-26 Invader), or from the ground with a single JATO missile. Tests were final and the Firebee entered service as Q-2A. The US Navy and US Army are acquiring a slightly different version of the Q-2A, featuring a 1000 lb. Fairchild J44-R-20B engine and a front tip in the front air intake. He received the designation KDA-1.

Key Features

• The kit includes a KDA-1 (Q-2A) Firebee with transport trailer
• Accurate copy of the prototype
• Perfect for the Invader family from ICM

Markings Available

• Q-2A Firebee, US AIR FORCE, circa 1951
• Ryan KDA-1 Firebee drone at the Naval Ordinance Test Station, China Lake, California (USA), circa 1960
• US NAVY XQ-2 prototype, circa 1950

Model Information

• Scale: 1:48
• Number of Parts: 29
• Length: 119 mm
• Width: 79 mm
• Includes detailed assembly instructions
• Highly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plastic
• Box size: 247 x 183 x 33 mm