Messerschmitt Bf109F-4 Trop ''Marseilles'' w/Figure

The Bf-109F series constituted a total revamping of the fighter`s fundamental design most visibly evident in the aerodynamic streamlining that smooted the somewhat rough edges of the E series, giving the F design its characterisically elegant lines. The F desighn also improved on the arrangement of the cannon arament, wich fired through a hollow propeller hub in the E series designs, concentrating firepower ordnance in the cowling and improving the overall weight balance of the aircraft. The design was widely recognized as the world`s most potent fighter during 1941 -1942.

Hauptmann Hans Joachim Mareille was a '' super experten '' ace with 158 confirmed kills, all of wich were made against American or British opponents.

The fact that 151 of these kills were made in the North Africab campaign explans the nickname of '' The Star of Africa '' Marseille was given by his comrades and countrymen. Using his keen eyesight and awesome markmanship, Marseille racked up his score using his favorite tactic of slashing '' boom and zoom '' diving attacks on his Allied quarry, typically needing only a single pass to take down his opponents.

Vier uitvoeringen mogelijk:

• Messerschmitt Bf109F-4 Trop - Lt. Hans Joachim Marseille, 3/JG27, Noord Afrika, Februari 1942.

• Messerschmitt Bf109F-4 Trop - Lt. Hans Joachim Marseille, 3/JG27, Noord Afrika, Mei 1942.

• Messerschmitt Bf109F-4 Trop - Staffelkapitän Oblt. Hans Joachim Marseille, 3/JG27, Noord Afrika, Juni 1942.

• Messerschmitt Bf109F-4 Trop - Staffelkapitän Hptm, Hans Joachim Marseille, 3/JG27, Noord Afrika, September 1942.    

Afmetingen;

• Lang; 185 mm.
• Breed; 207 mm.

Aantal onderdelen; 90

Schaal 1:48

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