{"product_id":"academy-1-72-focke-wulf-fw-190a-6-a-8-12480-wwii-german-luftwaffe-fighter-aircraft-plastic-model-kit-nz-stock","title":"Academy 1\/72 Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-6\/A-8 12480 WWII German Luftwaffe Fighter Aircraft Plastic Model Kit NZ Stock","description":"\u003cp\u003e• 1\/72 scale Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-6\/8 plastic model kit by Academy (Kit No. 12480)\u003cbr\u003e• Represents the legendary Focke-Wulf Fw 190, one of Germany's most successful single-engine fighter aircraft of World War II\u003cbr\u003e• Covers the Fw 190A-6 and Fw 190A-8 variants, two important versions of the radial-engined Fw 190A fighter family\u003cbr\u003e• Designed by Kurt Tank and developed by Focke-Wulf for the German Luftwaffe\u003cbr\u003e• The Fw 190 entered operational service in 1941, quickly establishing itself as a formidable opponent to Allied fighter aircraft\u003cbr\u003e• Features the distinctive compact fuselage, broad wings, radial engine cowling and wide-track landing gear\u003cbr\u003e• Powered by the BMW 801 14-cylinder air-cooled radial engine, producing approximately 1,700 horsepower in common wartime configurations\u003cbr\u003e• The powerful radial engine provided excellent performance and contributed to the aircraft's rugged construction\u003cbr\u003e• Known for its high roll rate, responsive handling, strong firepower and excellent diving performance\u003cbr\u003e• The Fw 190A-6 entered production in 1943, introducing a strengthened wing structure and improved cannon installation\u003cbr\u003e• Standard Fw 190A-6 armament included two 7.92mm MG 17 machine guns and four 20mm MG 151\/20 cannons\u003cbr\u003e• The Fw 190A-8 entered production in 1944 and became one of the most widely manufactured variants of the Fw 190A series\u003cbr\u003e• The Fw 190A-8 featured revised equipment arrangements, additional fuel capacity and improvements suited to late-war operations\u003cbr\u003e• Standard Fw 190A-8 armament typically included two 13mm MG 131 machine guns and four 20mm MG 151\/20 cannons\u003cbr\u003e• Both variants were used for air superiority, interception, bomber defence and fighter operations\u003cbr\u003e• The Fw 190A-8 was particularly associated with German efforts to intercept Allied bomber formations during the later stages of WWII\u003cbr\u003e• Some Fw 190 variants carried additional weapons or equipment for specialised bomber interception and ground-attack missions\u003cbr\u003e• The aircraft's wide-track undercarriage provided improved ground handling compared with several contemporary fighter designs\u003cbr\u003e• The Fw 190 was widely regarded as a formidable opponent to early versions of the Supermarine Spitfire\u003cbr\u003e• Served extensively with Luftwaffe fighter units on both the Eastern and Western Fronts\u003cbr\u003e• Participated in major air campaigns including the Defence of the Reich, Normandy operations and Eastern Front air battles\u003cbr\u003e• The Fw 190A family was operated by numerous famous German fighter units, including JG 1, JG 2, JG 26 and JG 54\u003cbr\u003e• The Fw 190 was also developed into specialised fighter-bomber and ground-attack variants\u003cbr\u003e• Later developments included the long-nosed Fw 190D Dora and the related Ta 152 high-altitude fighter\u003cbr\u003e• More than 20,000 Fw 190 aircraft were produced across the fighter family and its various versions\u003cbr\u003e• The Fw 190A-6 and A-8 represent important stages in the development of German fighter aviation during WWII\u003cbr\u003e• 1\/72 scale provides a compact display size, ideal for aircraft collections and WWII airfield dioramas\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for collectors of WWII German aircraft, Luftwaffe fighters, Focke-Wulf Fw 190 variants and historical military aviation\u003cbr\u003e• Excellent companion to Messerschmitt Bf 109G, Bf 110, Fw 190D-9, Spitfire Mk.IX and P-51 Mustang model kits\u003cbr\u003e• Suitable for Luftwaffe fighter airfields, Defence of the Reich scenes, Normandy air operations and WWII aircraft displays\u003cbr\u003e• Offers excellent opportunities for historically inspired RLM 74 Graugrün, RLM 75 Grauviolett and RLM 76 Lichtblau camouflage schemes\u003cbr\u003e• Later aircraft can also be finished in appropriate late-war Luftwaffe camouflage and unit markings\u003cbr\u003e• Ideal for realistic panel line washes, exhaust staining, gun smoke marks, paint chipping, oil streaks and operational weathering\u003cbr\u003e• The distinctive radial engine cowling and compact fighter silhouette make the Fw 190 an instantly recognisable modelling subject\u003cbr\u003e• A classic addition to any collection of German WWII fighter aircraft and Luftwaffe aviation history\u003cbr\u003e• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled\u003cbr\u003e• Glue and paint not included\u003cbr\u003e• Recommended for modellers aged 14+\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Academy","offers":[{"title":"Default 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