Tamiya 1/48 Messerschmitt BF109 G-6 - 61128

This model kit recreates the iconic WWII German BF109 G-6 Late Model variant. The kit is a variation of Item 61117 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf109 G-6 which recreates the early production model. Inheriting the faithfully recreated form based upon extensive research and open or closed engine cowlings (interchangeable even after assembly) from Item 61117, this kit authentically features new parts to recreate characteristics such as the engine cowlings used for the Bf109 G-6 late model, an Erla Haube canopy, and 21cm rocket launchers under its wing. About the actual plane With over 30,000 produced, the Messerschmitt Bf109 is the most prolifically manufactured fighter in history; of its variants, the G-6 was the most made at 13,000 planes. The Bf109 G-6 - which was produced from summer in 1943 – had the distinctive engine cowlings featuring a small bulge and air scoop under right nose bulge (known in German as “Beule”) and machine gun ballistic smaller groove panels on upper nose. At the end of 1943, the BF109 G-6 employed canopy called Erla Haube featuring reduced frames for improved visibility. These specifications were seen on many Bf109 G-6 late models. From August in 1943, 21cm rocket launchers were equipped at both sides of the wing, as the Bf109 G-6 countered the four-engine heavy bomber formation coming from UK. The Bf109 G-6 was deployed on both the Western and Eastern fronts, in particular dominating Soviet adversaries as it continued in service through to the end of WWII. • 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit. Fuselage length: 188mm, wingspan: 207mm. • The distinctive fuselage of the Bf109 G-6 is faithfully captured in style based on extensive research of the actual aircraft. • The engine cowlings of the Bf109 G-6 late model are newly molded to recreate a small bulge and air scoop under right nose bulge (known in German as “Beule”) and machine gun ballistic smaller groove panels on upper nose. Engine cowlings can be assembled open or closed and interchanged as you like. • The Erla Haube canopy is also recreated by new transparent parts. Assemble with open or closed canopy. • New parts are also included to recreate the following features of the aircraft which Hermann Graf flew. - Rearview mirror and bulging to cover the mirror on the canopy center section. - Main landing gear bay doors and inside with cloth covers removed. - 21cm rocket launchers and their pillars equipped at both sides of the wing. • Comes with decals to depict 4 marking options (planned) including that of Hermann Graf, and color painting guide. • The model can be assembled in one of the following three ways; early model, late model and mix model of early and late characteristics (smaller groove panels on upper nose without a small bulge under right nose bulge).