Hobby Boss 80261 Bf-109E-4/Trop Heritage Scale Kit  [HB-80261]

Hobby Boss 80261 Bf-109E-4/Trop
Price:
£4.93
Brand:
Hobby Boss
Model:
HB-80261
Condition:
Brand New
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Hobby Boss 80261 Bf-109E-4/Trop - Detailed Replica of a Desert Variant

The Messerschmitt Bf-109E-4/Trop became notable for its tropical fittings during North African operations. This 1:72 Hobby Boss 80261 kit reproduces those practical changes in a tidy scale model suitable for collectors and builders alike.

War Service and Model Relevance

In 1941, E-4/Trop fighters operated from improvised airstrips equipped with dust protection and survival gear to meet desert demands. The kit highlights these items so modellers can reflect operational conditions of the time.

Building Considerations and Finish Quality

The kit offers clear part definition for accurate assembly and painting. With careful finishing and weathering, the completed model yields a convincing representation of a desert-operating Messerschmitt.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1:72
  • Material: Plastic
  • Assembly: Requires glue
  • Paint: Not included
The kit includes the key tropical modifications associated with desert service, allowing builders to present a historically credible 1:72 representation.
Cockpit detail is simplified for the scale but offers enough definition for painting; adding aftermarket decals or seat harnesses can increase realism.
Keep the completed model out of direct sunlight and in a dust-free cabinet; secure mounts or stands will prevent accidental falls and preserve paintwork.

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