The Douglas SBD Dauntless was introduced in 1940, and although production stopped in 1944, it continued in service until 1959 with the Mexican Air Force. Designed as a dual-role diver bomber and scout plane, it was the United States Navy’s main carrier-based scout/dive bomber from mid-1940 until mid-1944. It is best remembered for its contribution to the Battle of Midway in June 1942, where Dauntless planes sank all four Japanese carriers.

This piececool Douglas SBD Dauntless model kit contains 3 sheets of pre-painted stainless steel components, and 11 accessory parts to build a finished model measuring 18 x 14 x 10cm. As ever, our fantastic illustrated instructions guide you every step of the way, and there’s no need for glue or paint to complete the kit!