Eduard 1/72 Gustav Pt.2 Dual Combo Limited Edition # 2145
The Limited edition of the kit of the famous German WWII fighter aircraft Bf-109G in 1/72 scale.
The kit offers aircraft of G-6 late and G-14 versions with Erla haube canopy.
- Plastic parts: Eduard
- Marking options: 10
- Decals: Eduard
- PE parts: yes, pre-painted
- Painting mask:yes
- Resin parts: no
Bf-109G-6 Late:
The Bf-109G-6 Late was a variant of the iconic Messerschmitt Bf-109 series, which served as the backbone of the German Luftwaffe during World War II.
Introduced in the mid-war period, the G-6 Late model featured various improvements over earlier versions, including a more powerful Daimler-Benz DB 605 engine, enhanced armament, and aerodynamic refinements.
Equipped with a high-performance engine, the Bf-109G-6 Late offered improved speed and altitude performance, making it a formidable adversary in aerial combat.
Its armament typically consisted of a combination of cannon and machine guns, providing effective firepower against enemy aircraft.
With its agility, speed, and firepower, the Bf-109G-6 Late remained a potent fighter throughout the latter stages of the war, contributing significantly to Luftwaffe operations on the Eastern and Western fronts.
Bf-109G-14:
The Bf-109G-14 was a late-war variant of the Messerschmitt Bf-109 series, developed to address the evolving needs of the German Luftwaffe during World War II.
Introduced in 1944, the G-14 model incorporated several modifications and upgrades to improve performance and combat capability.
It featured a more powerful Daimler-Benz DB 605 engine with enhanced supercharging, providing increased speed and altitude performance.
The Bf-109G-14 also boasted upgraded armament, typically including a combination of machine guns and cannon, offering improved firepower against Allied aircraft.
Additionally, the aircraft underwent aerodynamic refinements to enhance its handling characteristics and maneuverability in combat.
Despite being introduced during the later stages of the war when Germany faced mounting challenges, the Bf-109G-14 remained a formidable adversary in aerial combat, showcasing the ongoing efforts of German engineers to maintain the competitiveness of their fighter aircraft amidst changing battlefield conditions.