1:72 Bf 109G-6 „Captured“

The real subject

The Messerschmitt Bf 109G-6 is the most widespread sub-variant of the G series. Its conspicuous recognition feature is the bulged covers on the upper part of the forward fuselage, called for by the larger breeches of the synchronized 13 mm machine guns. Power came from the liquid-cooled inverted V12 DB 605.

The qualifier in the name refers to aircraft that fell into the hands of the enemy and then flew with trials units under foreign national markings. Such aircraft tend to have an untypical combination of their original camouflage and newly applied markings, which makes them a rewarding subject to build.

What the set contains

This is an injection-molded polystyrene kit completed by a decal sheet and instructions for building and painting. The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted, and is put together with ordinary cement for plastic models.

Building and painting tips

• Separate the parts with nippers and sand the remains of the gates so that the joints seat cleanly.
• Finish and paint the cockpit before you glue the fuselage halves together.
• Glue the clear parts with an adhesive meant for clear plastic, so that they do not fog.
• Spray gloss varnish under the decals, and once it is dry, even the surface out with matte.
• Try the flying surfaces dry while the seating of the joints can still be adjusted.

Terms of supply

The package holds plastic parts, decals and instructions. Paints, glue, filler and other accessories are not part of the delivery, unless stated otherwise.