US B-17 Flying Fortress Bomber

US B-17 Flying Fortress Bomber Free 3D print model

Description

1/900th scale B-17 Flying Fortress Bomber model. Certain elements not to scale.

The B-17 Flying Fortress became one of the most iconic bombers of the war due to its extensive use, primarily in the European theater by the United States. During the height of the war, B-17's were doing daily bombing runs on the Nazi war machine. The B-17 was also used in some Naval Battles in the Pacific, most notably the Battle of Midway.

This model is designed and tested at 1/900th scale, but up-scaling and down-scaling are possible. Since the model is optimized for 1/900th scale, it is not ideal to print larger versions due to a lack of detail. The model has been enlarged along the z axis to allow for better printing and accentuation of detail. The model has also been given thicker elements for strength. The wingspan and overall length are to scale.

Available are both individual and squadron files. You can find the stand at https://www.cgtrader.com/free-3d-print-models/miniatures/vehicles/stand-for-miniature-aircraft.

This is part of my collection of WWII aircaft, keep an eye out for more to come. If you have a specific request, message me and I'll bump it up my list.

Update 30 Sep 19: Added option with propellors, adjustments for better printability.

Tested with PLA at .05mm layer height with .4mm nozzle.

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karlu 2018-12-27 23:35:51 UTC
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US B-17 Flying Fortress Bomber
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US B-17 Flying Fortress Bomber
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3D Model formats

Format limitations
  • Stereolithography (.stl) (2 files)249 KB
  • OBJ (.obj, .mtl) (2 files)196 KB

3D Model details

  • Publish date2018-07-08
  • Model ID#937009
  • Ready for 3D Printing
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