60766 Tamiya - 1/72 Focke-Wulf Fw190A-3 WWII  [60766]

Tamiya 60766 - 1/72 Focke-Wulf Fw190A-3 WWII
Price:
£9.67
Brand:
Tamiya
Model:
60766
GTIN:
4950344607662
Condition:
Brand New
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Tamiya has released Focke-Wulf Fw190A-3 WWII in 1/72 Scale Models assembly kit under Propeller Aircrafts Military Series category

About the Focke-Wulf Fw190 A-3

Development of the FW190 series began into the Autumn of 1937, under a contract awarded by the Reichsluftfahrtministerium (Air Ministry) for someone chair fighter to augment the Messerschmitt Bf109. Two proposals was indeed submitted by Kurt Tank, the technical manager from the Focke-Wulf Flugzeugbau (aircraft factory). The proposal utilizing the then unique BMW 801 aircooled radial motor had been chosen. This tough and effective engine finished up being place in a robust airframe and supplied superb maneuvering, well balanced control, and fast acceleration. It joined solution in 1941, traveling alongside the Bf 109 and yes it quickly took control of atmosphere superiority within the English Channel. Developing it self as a mainstay fighter connected with Luftwaffe, it outperformed the modern Spitfire Mk.V's in virtually every respect and maintained this advantage before the arrival related to Spitfire IX in July 1942. The Fw190 fighter underwent constant improvement throughout its life. The A-3 version used the improved BMW 801Dg engine that produced 1,700hp. Armament finished up being increased from 4-6 guns, comprising two quick firing MG151's in wing origins; two MG FF's outboard of landing gear and two fuselage mounted MG 17 unit weapons. Throughout WW2, numerous Luftwaffe squadrons permitted personal pilot markings and distinctive squadron insignia to be used, plus reduced cowl, wing tip and rudder color additions towards initial paint schemes.

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