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JU-87 B2/R2 Stuka

By: Italeri

Type: Scale Model

Product Line: Model Kits - Aircraft/Helicopters (1/72) (Italeri)

MSRP old price: $26.50


Product Info

Title
JU-87 B2/R2 Stuka
Publisher
Sub-category
Publish Year
2010
Dimensions
11.5x7.5x1.75"
NKG Part #
2147950769
MFG. Part #
ITA1292
Type
Scale Model

Description

The JU-87 Stuka was the standard ground attack plane and dive bomber of the German Air Force at the beginning of WWII. In spite of its mediocre characteristics it achieved considerable fame through the psychological impact it had on the population and on the enemy forces. Never before has such massive employment of aircraft been experienced. The success of the Stukas during the first phase of the war was due to total air supremacy guaranteed by the Luftwaffe fighters which permitted the Stukas to operate without being disturbed by enemy aircraft. During the battle of Britain the myth of the JU-87 was re-dimensioned due to the supremacy of British fighter aircraft. Nevertheless the Stukas operated until the end of the war from the African theater to Russia.

Includes decals for 4 versions.

Miniatures are supplied unpainted and some assembly may be required.