Trumpeter 02829 - 1/48 Scale C-48C Skytrain Transport Aircraft Model Kit - Off Road Classic  [TP02829]

Trumpeter 1/48 C-48C Skytrain Kit Introduction

Model builders will find the Trumpeter 1/48 C-48C Skytrain kit a faithful recreation of a rugged wartime transport. The C-48, derived from the civilian DC-3 after the Pearl Harbor era, earned respect for dependable service across varied theatres. This kit reflects that legacy through accurate parts and careful moulding.

Operational Background and Key Kit Points

The Douglas C-48C performed vital transport duties in World War II. Trumpeter reproduces key details including slide-molded fuselage sections with rivet work, Twin Wasp engine casings, and optional main landing gear in either plastic or a die-cast metal option to improve static stability.

What to Expect During Assembly and on Display

Featuring 379 parts and a photo-etch sheet, the kit presents a satisfying build for those used to multi-part assemblies. Attention to cockpit fitment, cargo fittings and engine detail will pay off when the model is completed, producing a convincing scale representation suitable for shelf or diorama presentation.