ICM 1/32 CR. 42 Falco WWII Italian Fighter Plastic Model Kit

SKU: ICM32020 | Brand: ICM | Product: ICM 1/32 CR.42 Falco WWII Italian Fighter Plastic Model Kit The Fiat CR.42 all-metal biplane fighter first flew in 1936 and entered service with Italian forces in 1939 as the successor to the CR.32. Its Fiat A.74 RIC38 engine generated 840 horsepower, delivering responsive handling and strong maneuverability. Unfortunately, the aircraft lacked sufficient speed and firepower to engage modern monoplane fighters effectively. This limitation led to its deployment in North Africa primarily for ground attack missions, where significant losses prompted a transition to training roles. Production reached 1,781 aircraft. Technical specifications: Maximum speed 441 km/h | Rate of climb 11.8 m/s | Service ceiling 10,210 m | Range 780 km | Armament: 2 fixed Breda-SAFAT machine guns (7.7 mm or 12.7 mm) with provision for up to 200 kg bomb load