Brand new 1/144 scale diecast airplane model of Short Stirling Mk.III Aircraft "Jolly Roger No. 199 Squadron 100 Group" (1943) British Royal Air Force "Planes of World War II" Series die cast model by Luppa. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Comes with a display stand. This model does not have any openings. Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts. Dimensions approximately L-7.25 Wingspan-8.25 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. HISTORY ASPECTS:The Short Stirling Mk.III "Jolly Roger" operated by No. 199 Squadron of the 100 Group Royal Air Force played a vital role in the electronic warfare and special operations missions during World War II. First introduced as the Royal Air Forces first four-engine heavy bomber the Stirling was initially used for strategic bombing missions. However by 1943 it had been reassigned to specialized units such as No. 199 Squadron 100 Group which was tasked with countermeasures