MAQUETTE À MONTER - Messerschmitt Me-109G Monogram | N° 5225 | 1:48
Prix régulier 20,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Scale | 1:48 |
| Manufacturer | Monogram |
| Size of the box | 30 x 16 x 5 cm |
| EAN | 0076513052256 |
Description
The Messerschmitt Me 109G, known as the “Gustav,” was one of the most widely produced variants of Germany’s famous Bf 109 fighter during World War II. Introduced in 1942, it was powered by the Daimler-Benz DB 605 engine producing about 1,475 hp, giving it a top speed of around 640 km/h (398 mph). The aircraft retained the compact design of earlier Bf 109 models but featured stronger armament and improved equipment. Standard weapons included one 20 mm MG 151/20 cannon firing through the propeller hub and two 13 mm MG 131 machine guns above the engine. The Me 109G served on all fronts of the war, including the Eastern Front, Mediterranean, and defense of Germany. Despite heavier weight and handling challenges, it remained a powerful and effective interceptor.
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