MAQUETTE À MONTER - Messerschmitt Bf109G-6 'Nachtjäger' Hasegawa | N° 09287 | 1:48
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Characteristics
| Scale | 1:48 |
| Manufacturer | Hasegawa |
| Size of the box | 32 x 19 x 5 cm |
| EAN | 4967834009295 |
Description
The Messerschmitt Bf 109 was the backbone of the Luftwaffe’s fighter force throughout World War II, serving alongside the Focke-Wulf Fw 190. First entering combat in 1937 during the Spanish Civil War, it remained in frontline service until 1945 and even beyond in some postwar operators. When introduced, it was one of the most advanced fighters in the world, featuring all-metal monocoque construction, retractable landing gear, a closed canopy, and a powerful inverted V12 liquid-cooled engine. Over time, the design evolved into many variants, with more than 33,000 aircraft produced in total.
The Bf 109G-6, introduced in 1943, became the most produced version of the series. It was powered by the Daimler-Benz DB 605A engine and typically armed with two MG 131 13 mm machine guns and a 20 mm MG 151 cannon. Many aircraft were fitted with MW50 boost systems for improved performance and the later “Erla” style canopy for better visibility. The G-6 combined strong firepower, high speed, and good climb rate, making it a key Luftwaffe fighter during the mid-to-late war period despite increasing Allied air superiority.
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