Fiat BR.20 Cicogna 1/72 Bob 80th Anniversary Model Airplane

Fiat BR 20 Cicogna 1/72 Bob's 80th Anniversary Limited Edition

Unleash your inner wanderer with this handcrafted marvel a whispered promise of sun-drenched adventures and cozy evenings by the fire Its earthy tones and rugged texture tell a story of resilience and timeless style – a piece that’s more than just an item it’s a vibe a legacy waiting to be woven into your everyday narrative

$19.23 $38.45

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The BR 20 'Cicogna' low wing medium bomber was developed by the Italian aircraft manufacturer Fiat during the 1930’s. It entered service in 1936 and was characterized by its metal frame and retractable landing gear. Modern and fast for the period, it was deployed by the “Aviazione Legionaria” and had its baptism of fire in 1937 during the Spanish Civil War. In September 1940, the “Corpo Aereo Italiano”, consisting of the 13th and 43rd “Stormo da Bombardamento” were similarly equipped with the BR-20. The “Stormi” were stationed in Belgium and supported the Luftwaffe during the Battle of Britain. Despite operational comparisons with modern R.A.F. fighters that exposed the BR-20’s limits, it was used for the duration of WW2 on various fronts by several Regia Aeronautica bomber squadrons.