Airfix 1/72 Focke-Wulf Fw190 A-8/F-8 Plastic Model Kit

Airfix 1/72 Focke-Wulf Fw190 A-8/F-8 Plastic Model Kit

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Description

First flying in 1939, the Focke-Wulf FW190 was an immediate threat to RAF fighters when introduced in late 1941, being faster and more manoeuvrable than the Spitfire V then in service. 

The F-8 was the ground-attack version and differed primarily in its lack of outboard cannons. Various combinations of underwing weapons were fitted, but the most common was one centreline bomb and four small bombs on the wings. 

The A-8 version was the most numerous, heavily armed variant and entered service in 1944 in an attempt to stop Allied daylight raids. By then, however, the new Allied fighters had begun to outclass it.

Contents:

  • Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.

This detailed 1:72 scale model of the Focke-Wulf Fw190A-8/F-8 allows enthusiasts to recreate one of the Luftwaffe's most powerful World War Two aircraft. Comprising 74 parts and featuring a wingspan of 145mm, this Skill Level 1 kit is perfect for beginners aged 8 and up. It includes two genuine paint schemes, enabling you to depict either the heavily armed A-8 interceptor or the F-8 ground-attack variant.

Key Features

  • 1:72 scale plastic model kit with 74 parts
  • Two paint scheme options for A-8 or F-8 variants
  • Skill Level 1 - suitable for novice modellers aged 8+
  • Finished wingspan of 145mm
  • Accurate representation of a World War Two Luftwaffe fighter
  • Choice to assemble as an interceptor or ground-attack version

History

First taking to the skies in 1939, the Focke-Wulf FW190 posed a significant challenge to RAF fighters upon its introduction in late 1941, being both faster and more agile than the Spitfire V at that time.

The F-8 was designed for ground attacks and was distinct mainly due to the absence of outboard cannons. It could carry various underwing armaments, most commonly featuring a central bomb and four smaller bombs on the wings.

The A-8 model was the most produced and heavily armed version, entering service in 1944 to counter Allied daylight bombing raids. However, by this time, newer Allied fighters had started to surpass it.

Key Specifications

  • Finish: Plastic
  • Skill Level: 1

Full Specifications

Item Length - Without Packaging (cm)12.5
Item Width - Without Packaging (cm)14.5
Item Scale1:72 Scale
Contents (what's in the box) setsPlastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
Number of Scheme options2
Flying Hours1
Wingspan (mm)145

Specifications

Brand Airfix

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