Airfix 1:24 Messerschmitt BF109G-5/6

Please Note: This item is to be purchased in store due to its weight and size. However, should you require this item to be posted, then please contact us for a quote.

Arguably the most important Luftwaffe fighter aircraft of the Second World War, The BF109 was designed by Professor Willy Messerschmitt. The prototype first flew in May 1935. After winning a design competition against entries from Arado, Heinkel and Focke-Wulf due to its higher speed and better manoeuvrability, it entered service as the Bf109 A-0 in 1937. Early versions were flown by the Condor Legion in the Spanish Civil War, and the Luftwaffe during the Invasion of Poland.

Specifications:

- Scale: 1:24
- Plastic model kit [unassembled]
- Decal sheet
- Total plastic parts: 405 pieces
- Skill level: 4 (Expert)
- Number of Scheme options: 5
- Model can be built with or without the fully detailed DB605 engine
- Engine cowlings and oil cooler can be posed in open or closed position
- Choice of two types of engine cowlings (MTT and Erla)
- Canopy can be posed open or closed (two canopy types included)
- Additional engine and cockpit parts included for G-5 (pressurised cockpit version)
- Optional 300l fuel tank and wing cannon “Gondolas”
- Ailerons, elevators and rudder can be offset to add life to the model
- Radiator and wing flap position can be customised
- Many optional parts to suit specific aircraft builds, such as rudder pedals, gunsights, trim wheels, instrument panels, undercarriage wheels/tyres and windscreens
-Detailed nose armament with machine guns, gun mounts and ammunition boxes included
- Slide moulding used to allow the capture of fine detail on engine cowlings, fuselage, exhausts and gun barrels
- Item Length - Without Packaging [cm]: 37.8
- Item Width - Without Packaging [cm]: 41.4

Required to Complete:

- Assembly
- Cement (glue)
- Hobby knife
- Sprue cutters
- Tweezers
- Paint brushes (various sizes)
- Paint
- Sanding sticks

This kit is a detailed scale model for hobbyists. Glue, paint and tools are sold separately. Contains small parts. Actual product may vary slightly from the pictures shown.