Academy 1:48 SB2U-3 Vindicator Battle of Midway

The Vought SB2U Vindicator entered US Navy service in the late 1930s as the first monoplane dive bomber to operate from American carriers. By the time of the Battle of Midway in June 1942, the SB2U-3 was already outdated compared to the newer SBD Dauntless. Nevertheless, Marine Corps squadrons flying Vindicators took part in the battle, attacking Japanese forces in desperate attempts to stem the advance. Although they suffered heavy losses and achieved limited success, the crews displayed remarkable courage. The SB2U-3’s involvement at Midway highlights the transitional period of naval aviation, bridging the gap between pre-war designs and the modern carrier aircraft that would dominate the Pacific War. This kit is ideal for WWII naval aviation enthusiasts, offering a chance to recreate a historically significant but often overlooked aircraft of the Midway campaign. Paint and cement are required and sold separately.