1/48 (Liberty Classics) Wings of Texaco (CP7151) 1945 Beechcraft18 (NC20757) "Twin Beech" #22 in the Series Special, Red Edition, Texaco (Limited Edition) 2014 Release

1/48 (Liberty Classics) Wings of Texaco (CP7151) 1945 Beechcraft18 (NC20757) "Twin Beech" #22 in the Series Special, Red E dition, Texaco  (Limited Edition) 2014 Release

These collectible airplanes have been replicated in 1/48 scale and are expected to arrive in June/July.  

This year's series is the 1945 Beechcraft Model 18 "Twin Beech".  

The Beechcraft Model 18 made its first demonstration flight in 1937 and production continued for an impressive thirty-two years, with more than 9,000 aircraft built. The low-wing, all-metal, twin-engine monoplane was originally intended as a six-to-eight passenger executive or feeder airline transport, but eventually thirty-two versions were built. 

The highly adaptable design became a mail plane, a utility aircraft, and a distance and speed record breaker. Military versions incl uded personnel transport, photo reconnaissance, and trainers for navigators and bombardiers.

The success of the Beech 18 ensured the success of Beech Aircraft Corporation throughout the 1940s. 

Each of these planes' features include:

• New Tooling
• 12" Wingspan and Rotating Propellers 
• Locking Coin Bank with Key
• Certificate of Authenticity
• Diecast Body
• Includes Custom Display Stand