A-1J AD-7 Skyraider, 1/32 - Trumpeter 02254

The Trumpeter 02254 is a plastic model kit to be assembled, depicting the Douglas A-1J Skyraider, also known as AD-7, at a 1/32 scale. This large American piston-engine attack aircraft is reproduced in an especially imposing format, well suited for a detailed building and finishing project.

The Douglas A-1J Skyraider

The Skyraider is a single-seat attack aircraft designed to carry a substantial offensive payload and provide support to ground forces. Despite the rise of jet aircraft, it retained a prominent place in American military aviation thanks to its endurance and payload capabilities. The A-1J, formerly designated AD-7, is one of the last production versions in the Skyraider family.

The Trumpeter model at 1/32 scale

This reference offers a 1/32 scale reproduction of the A-1J AD-7—an ideal scale for highlighting the Skyraider’s distinctive shapes: massive fuselage, radial engine, large wings, and a robust landing gear. Once assembled, the model measures 369 mm in length and features a 476.9 mm wingspan.

The kit includes more than 600 parts as well as a photo-etched part. This design enables you to build a large-scale aircraft model, whose assembly requires careful part preparation, precise gluing, and methodical painting.

Assembly and finishing

As with any plastic model kit, it is recommended to carefully detach the parts, remove sprue attachment marks, and check fitment before gluing. Using primer makes it easier to spot any surface defects and prepares the final paintwork.

At this scale, you can work on the cockpit, engine, landing gear, and exterior surfaces with attention. Panels, structure lines, exhaust effects, and operational wear can be treated depending on the level of weathering you want. Careful application of the decals, on a smooth and glossy surface, helps preserve the sharpness of the markings.

Technical specifications

• Brand: Trumpeter
• Reference: 02254
• Type: assembly aircraft model kit
• Subject: Douglas A-1J AD-7 Skyraider
• Scale: 1/32
• Material: injected plastic
• Number of parts: over 600
• Length when built: 369 mm
• Wingspan when built: 476.9 mm
• Included item: photo-etched part

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Assembly generally requires glue suitable for plastic model kits, cutting and sanding tools, as well as paints. Primer, finishing putty, brushes, or an airbrush can also be used to complete this Trumpeter Skyraider at 1/32 scale.