Messerschmitt Bf 110E

Luftwaffe 5./ZG 1, S9+NN, Herbert Kutscha, USSR, 1942

Hobby Master 1:72 HA1816

Herbert Kutscha was a Luftwaffe pilot during World War II. Born on May 30, 1917, he joined the German Air Force and became a skilled fighter pilot. Kutscha flew numerous combat missions and achieved significant success, earning recognition for his bravery and skill. He was awarded the Knight's Cross of the Iron Cross, one of the highest honors for German soldiers. Kutscha's dedication and achievements made him a notable figure among Luftwaffe pilots. After the war, like many of his peers, his life shifted away from military aviation. Herbert Kutscha passed away on March 15, 2003.

Messerschmitt Bf 110E

Designed to meet a Luftwaffe requirement for a long range, multipurpose fighter, the Bf-110 was first flown on May 12th, 1936. Fast and well-armed, the Bf-110 lacked maneuverability-a flaw that became glaringly obvious during the battle of Britain, when Bf-110s suffered heavy losses and were withdrawn from battle. Redesigned Bf-110s were equipped with radar and enjoyed great success as night fighters, eventually becoming the Luftwaffe's primary aircraft in that role. Most of Germany's night fighter aces flew the Bf-110 at least once, and some of them-including top German night fighter ace Heinz-Wolfgang Schnaufer-flew it exclusively.

Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:

• Molded metal construction with plastic components.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
• Inscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.
• opening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.
• Extended / retracted interchangeable landing gear.
• Display stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
• Authentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.