SB2U Vindicator Dive Bomber

The Vought SB2U Vindicator was an American carrier dive bomber that represented a transition toward modern monoplane naval attack aircraft. It was already becoming outdated when the Pacific War began, but remained in use through urgent early operations, including service by Marine units at Midway. French and British aircraft related to the design also had distinct histories. The Vindicator is distinct from later American dive bombers whose improved performance and production scale overshadowed its earlier contribution.

The Vindicator represented the American Navy’s transition from biplane to monoplane carrier dive bombers. By major Pacific fighting it was obsolescent, although Marine crews still employed it during the desperate air battles around Midway.

Finish and color

Supplied unpainted and printed in the selected color. Choose from the available product color options.

Tabletop use

Suitable for period-appropriate custom scenarios in the Global War series of games by Historical Board Gaming and compatible Axis & Allies games. Use suitable scenario or house rules for unit statistics and any technology upgrades. This piece does not supply additional game rules.

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