Q-2A (KDA-1) Firebee with trailer

Plastic kit for a KDA-1 (Q-2A) Firebee drone with trailer
(matching the post-war Invader family from ICM)
   100% new molds  

• Scale 1:48
• Dimensions (built): Length 119 mm / Wingspan 33 mm
• 29 parts
• 3 marking options
• not built, not painted
• Paint and glue not included

In 1948, the US Air Force signed a contract with Ryan to build a jet drone that would serve as a target for shooting training. Ryan developed the Firebee, a prototype of which, designated XQ-2, first flew in 1951. The drone was distinguished by swept wings and plumage, as well as an air intake in the bow.

The Firebee could be launched either by a carrier aircraft (the first of which was the A-26 Invader), or from the ground with a single JATO missile. Tests were final and the Firebee entered service as Q-2A.

The US Navy and US Army are acquiring a slightly different version of the Q-2A, featuring a 1000 lb. Fairchild J44-R-20B engine and a front tip in the front air intake. He received the designation KDA-1.