In great news for modelers in the compact 1/72 scale, the "Gustav" is to be released as a Tamiya kit! With over 30,000 produced, the Messerschmitt Bf109 is the most prolifically manufactured fighter in history; of its variants, the G-6 was the most numerous at 13,000 aircraft. In response to improving Allied foes in the air, Bf109 G aircraft had the more powerful DB605 engine, and from the G-6 were equipped with dual 13mm MG131 machine guns that required the distinctive bulges on either side of the cockpit cowling known as "Beule." Some were even given a 20mm cannon gondola under each wing for further improved firepower. The Bf109 G-6 was deployed on both the Western and Eastern fronts, in particular dominating Soviet adversaries as it continued in service through to the end of WWII.

About the Model

- This is a 1/72 scale plastic model assembly kit.
- The striking, refined form of the G-6 variant Bf109 is captured, including depictions of the Beule bulges.
- This product takes inspiration from the highly accurate 1/48 model (Item 61117). Please note that engine cowlings are depicted closed.
- The cockpit is inserted after left and right fuselage halves have been put together. It has an accurate interior with streamlined assembly.
- Canopy can be assembled in open or closed state.
- Landing gear struts have a solid attachment point for accurate attachment angle and position.
- Comes with optional drop tank parts.
- 2 marking options are planned - JG51 (with distinctive eye marking on the Beule) and JG54.

Die Firma Tamiya hat sich auf hochwertige RC-Fahrzeuge (Autos, Trucks und Buggies) spezialisiert und ist einer der führenden Hersteller in diesem Genre. Das japanische Unternehmen hat seinen Firmensitz in Shizuoka und stellt seit 1976 detailgetreue Nachbildungen begehrter Fahrzeuge her. Unter dem Namen "Tamiya Fighter-Cup" wird alljährlich eine Rennserie durchgeführt. Das Deutschland-Finale findet seit Ende der 90er Jahre in Sonneberg statt.