Bf 109G-4 cockpit PRINT 1/48

The real subject

The Messerschmitt Bf 109G-4 appeared at the turn of 1942 and 1943 as the unpressurized counterpart of the G-3 version. It was powered by the twelve-cylinder DB 605 inverted V12 engine, and compared with older machines it received larger main landing gear wheels, which added prominent bulges on the upper surface of the wing. The cockpit was cramped and modelers like to refine it, because once the canopy is removed or slid back more of it is visible than most kits offer.

What the set offers

The set replaces the cockpit interior of a model in 1:48 scale with printed parts. Printing allows finer and deeper three-dimensional detail than can be created in a mold, so small levers, frames and instruments come out well. The make-up of the parts and their placement are given in the instructions enclosed in the package; follow them when removing the original interior from the kit as well.

Working with the printed parts

• The parts are held on print supports; cut them off with a sharp blade a little clear of the part and carefully sand the remainder.
• Before painting, wash the parts in lukewarm soapy water; this removes the print resin residue.
• They are not polystyrene and cement for plastic models has no effect on them; use super glue.
• Test the fit of the cockpit in the fuselage dry before you glue the fuselage halves together.
• Lay a primer coat on the smooth surface, otherwise the paint holds poorly.

Terms of supply

The set of parts alone is supplied. The aircraft model, paints and glue are not part of the delivery, unless stated otherwise.