Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-8 Fighter Aircraft "Black 1 Oberleutnant Otto Kittel 2/JG54" (1945) German Luftwaffe "The Aviation Archive" Series 1/72 Diecast M
Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-8 Fighter Aircraft "Black 1 Oberleutnant Otto Kittel 2./JG54" (1945) German Luftwaffe "The Aviation Archive" Series die cast model by Corgi. Brand new box. Detailed exterior. True-to-scale detail. Includes display stand. Officially licensed product. Includes missile accessories. Manufacturers original unopened packaging. Dimensions approximately Length- 4.75 Wingspan- 5.75 inches. Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel. It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history. Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane. HISTORY ASPECTS:The Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-8 "Black 1" of 2./JG 54 was the mount of Oberleutnant Otto Kittel one of the most successful Luftwaffe fighter aces of World War II. Kittel flying with Jagdgeschwader 54 (JG 54) earned his reputation on the Eastern Front where he amassed an astonishing 267 confirmed aerial victories. His Fw 190A-8 one of the later variants of the famous fighter was equipped with increased armor protection and firepower making it a formidable opponent against Soviet aircraft.JG 54 known as the "Green Hearts" operated extensively on the Eastern Front engaging Soviet fighter squadrons and bomber formations in critical battles over territories such as the Baltic States and East Prussia. Kittels aircraft "Black 1" played a significant role in these air battles intercepting formations of Soviet Il-2 ground-attack aircraft which were crucial to the Red Armys advances. The Fw 190A-8’s superior speed durability and heavy armament allowed Kittel to dominate aerial engagements making him one of the deadliest German aces in history.Tragicall