by Frank Lashek and Cal Smith

Scale multi-engine UC Model with 49-7/8" wingspan, 37-5/8 length for two (2) .19 engines

Featured in the March 1954 issue of Air Trails magazine

P4M-1 OF PATROL SQUADRON VP-21

The Martin P4M Mercator (circa 1950) was a maritime reconnaissance aircraft built by the Martin Aircraft Company. The Mercator was an unsuccessful contender for a United States Navy requirement for a long-range maritime patrol bomber, with the Lockheed P2V Neptune chosen instead. It saw a limited life as a long-range electronic reconnaissance aircraft. Its most unusual feature was that it was powered by a combination of piston engines and turbojets, the latter being in the rear of the engine nacelles.

You will receive a full-size plan with all required patterns, the Air Trails magazine article, and a 3-page fact/profile document