1:72 Junkers Ju 52/3m Lufthansa 'Tante Ju'

Junkers Ju 52/3m Tante Ju Lufthansa (1:72, Italeri)

Injection-molded plastic kit of the legendary German three-engined transport aircraft Junkers Ju 52/3m in 1:72 scale from Italeri, in the civil guise of the Lufthansa airline. The hallmark of the subject is the corrugated duralumin skin and the three radial engines. The model offers a detailed interior and well-defined engines; figures and decals for several options are usually included as well. Check the exact contents against the manufacturer's part number for this item.

The real subject

The Junkers Ju 52/3m was a three-engined transport and airliner built from the 1930s. In civil service it was operated by Lufthansa and other airlines, while in military guise it served above all as a transport. For its reliability and ruggedness it earned the affectionate nickname Tante Ju, meaning Auntie Ju. The corrugated metal skin and the three-engine layout made it unmistakable.

Building and painting tips

Glue the parts with liquid cement for plastic; when cleaning up the seams take care not to damage the fine texture of the corrugated skin. Paint and highlight the interior and the three engines before closing up the fuselage, and mask the glazing. A glossy metal or light finish is typical of the civil Lufthansa machines, so apply it with an airbrush and bring out the panel lines and the corrugations with a gentle wash.

Who the model is for

• Collectors of civil transport and prewar aircraft
• Fans of Lufthansa airline aircraft
• Modelers with experience of building in 1:72 scale
• Anyone interested in unmistakable three-engined machines with corrugated skin

The model is supplied unassembled and unpainted. Glue, paints and accessories are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.