Focke-Wulf Fw190A-8/F-8 1:72 Airfix 02066A

Plastic model airplane to assemble: Focke-Wulf Fw190A-8/F-8 1:72 Airfix 02066A

The Focke-Wulf Fw190A-8/F-8 model kit in 1:72 scale from Airfix is an excellent choice for aviation and modeling enthusiasts. This detailed set allows you to build one of the most famous German fighters from World War II. The Focke-Wulf Fw190, known for its speed and agility, was a serious threat to Allied fighters, especially in the early years of its service.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: 12.5 cm
• Wingspan: 14.5 cm
• Number of parts: 74
• Difficulty level: 1 (suitable for beginners)
• Number of painting schemes: 2

Contents of the set:

• Plastic model to assemble
• Assembly instruction sheet
• Painting layout sheet
• Decals

Painting options:

1. Focke-Wulf Fw190A-8, WNr.171189, designation "Black", group commander, Major Karl Kennel, Stab II./SG2, Kummer, Bohemia, May 1945.
2. Focke-Wulf Fw190F-8, designation "Black", Schlachtgeschwader 4, Eastern Front, 1944.

History and achievements of the Focke-Wulf Fw190: The Focke-Wulf Fw190, designed by Kurt Tank, first took to the skies in 1939. Introduced into service in 1941, it quickly gained a reputation as one of the best fighters of World War II. Its superiority over the British Spitfire V was significant, forcing the RAF to accelerate the development of new versions of their fighters.

The Fw190A-8 version was the most produced variant of this aircraft. Heavily armed, it was designed to counter daytime Allied bombing raids. Despite its effectiveness, as the war progressed and new, more advanced Allied fighters were introduced, the Fw190A-8 began to lose its edge.

The Fw190F-8, on the other hand, was a version intended for ground attack. It differed from other versions mainly by the absence of external cannons, allowing for the mounting of various armaments under the wings. Typically, it carried one central bomb and four small bombs under the wings, making it an effective tool in combat against ground targets.

Assembly and painting kit. Does not include paints or glue. To assemble, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.