A-20G "The Hell'N Pelican II" 42-86786 388th BS USAAF Gusap Airfield June 1944 in 1:72 scale
This is the A-20G "The Hell'N Pelican II" 42-86786 388th BS USAAF Gusap Airfield June 1944 in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The A-20G “The Hell’N Pelican II” (serial 42-86786) of the 388th Bomb Squadron, USAAF, operating from Gusap Airfield in June 1944, was a powerful symbol of American low-level strike capability in the Pacific theater. Uniquely outfitted with a solid nose mounting six .50 caliber machine guns, the G-model A-20 was designed for aggressive strafing and bombing runs, ideal for jungle warfare and airfield suppression. What set this aircraft apart was its combination of speed, firepower, and versatility, often operating in harsh conditions with minimal infrastructure. “The Hell’N Pelican II” earned its distinction as part of a squadron known for punishing Japanese positions in New Guinea, showcasing the A-20’s ruggedness and the innovation of forward-deployed, fast-attack bombers.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
The A-20G “The Hell’N Pelican II” (serial 42-86786) of the 388th Bomb Squadron, USAAF, operating from Gusap Airfield in June 1944, was a powerful symbol of American low-level strike capability in the Pacific theater. Uniquely outfitted with a solid nose mounting six .50 caliber machine guns, the G-model A-20 was designed for aggressive strafing and bombing runs, ideal for jungle warfare and airfield suppression. What set this aircraft apart was its combination of speed, firepower, and versatility, often operating in harsh conditions with minimal infrastructure. “The Hell’N Pelican II” earned its distinction as part of a squadron known for punishing Japanese positions in New Guinea, showcasing the A-20’s ruggedness and the innovation of forward-deployed, fast-attack bombers.
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship
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