Messerschmitt Bf 109F-4

Lufwaffe 3./JG 27, no.14, Hans-Joachim Marseille, Libya February 1942

Hobby Master 1:48 HA8761

Hans-Joachim Marseille was one of Germany's top Aces of WWII with all but 7 of his 158 victories while flying his Bf-109 over Africa. This action earned him the nickname "Star of Africa". Marseille had excellent eyesight spotting enemy aircraft before they spotted him. His attacks were carried out using speed to escape any counter fire and his marksmanship was deadly. In February 1942 he destroyed 16 aircraft. Marseille was killed when his engine failed and he had to bail out, hitting the aircraft tail and unable to open his parachute

Messerschmitt Bf 109F-4

Designed to meet the Luftwaffe's single-seat fighter / interceptor requirements, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was first used on May 28, 1935. Its all-metal construction, closed hood and retractable equipment made Bf 109 one of the first real modern hunters. of the second world war. This versatile aircraft served in many roles and was the most produced aircraft of the war and the backbone of the Luftwaffe. It was driven by the top three German ace, who won a total of 928 victories. Armed with two guns and two machine guns, the design of the Bf 109 was constantly revised, which allowed it to remain competitive until the end of the war.

Hobby Master "1:48 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.