He 111H-6 German WWII bomber 1:48 ICM 48262

Plastic model airplane kit: He 111H-6 German bomber from WWII 1:48 ICM 48262

The plastic model kit: Heinkel He 111H-6 German bomber from World War II in 1:48 scale by ICM (catalog number 48262) is an excellent proposition for model-making enthusiasts and aviation history lovers. This detailed set allows you to recreate one of the most recognizable Luftwaffe bombers, which played a key role in many operations during World War II.

Model features:

• Scale: 1:48
• Manufacturer: ICM
• Catalog number: 48262

Option to choose one of four marking variants:

• He 111H-6, 3./KG 26, Norway, summer 1941
• He 111H-6, Stab 1/KG 26, Bardufoss, Norway, July 1942
• He 111H-6, 8./KG 53, Poland, June 1941
• He 111H-6, 7./KG 27, Russia, November 1941

History and significance of He 111H-6: The Heinkel He 111 was designed by Siegfried and Walter Günter in 1934 as a passenger aircraft, but from the beginning, it was intended to serve as a heavy bomber for the Luftwaffe. The H-6 version, produced from May 1941, was the most widely produced variant of this bomber. Equipped with Jumo 211F-2 engines with increased power and VS 11 wooden propellers, this version could carry up to 1800 kg of bombs or two LT F5b torpedoes.

The He 111H-6 was used on all fronts as a level bomber, torpedo bomber, reconnaissance aircraft, transport aircraft, and for laying mines. Its distinctive, glazed "greenhouse" nose made it one of the most recognizable German bombers during World War II. Although it initially performed well, during the Battle of Britain, its defensive armament proved insufficient against fighters.

Production of the He 111 ended in September 1944, when the Luftwaffe focused on the production of fighters. After the war, production of the He 111 continued in Spain as CASA 2.111, where these aircraft were used until 1973.

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.