Level 1 Model Kit of Focke-Wulf Fw190-A8/F-8 Fighter Aircraft with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model kit by Airfix

Brand new plastic model kit of Focke-Wulf Fw190-A8/F-8 Fighter Aircraft with 2 Scheme Options (Level 1) 1/72 plastic model kit by Airfix. Brand new box. Vintage style packaging. Officially licensed product. Contains 74 detailed parts. Does NOT include display stand. Paint and cement required (not included). Manufacturer's original unopened packaging. Parts molded in Light Gray, unless otherwise indicated. Dimensions approximately L-5, W-5.75 inches assembled. Includes decals to design the plane in 2 different schemes. HISTORY ASPECTS: The Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-8/F-8 was one of the most formidable variants of the iconic German fighter aircraft deployed by the Luftwaffe during World War II. Developed from the A-8 model, the F-8 was a specialized ground-attack version introduced in 1944, designed to meet the growing need for effective close air support on the collapsing Eastern and Western Fronts. It featured enhanced armor protection for the pilot and engine, and provisions for carrying bombs and rockets, making it a rugged and versatile fighter-bomber in the increasingly defensive German war effort. The Fw 190A-8/F-8 operated extensively in various theaters, particularly over the Eastern Front where it was tasked with disrupting Soviet armored columns and supply lines. It also saw action during the Allied invasion of Normandy, where Luftwaffe units desperately attempted to stem the advance of Allied ground forces. The aircraft's powerful BMW 801 radial engine gave it strong low-altitude performance, and its ability to carry a variety of ordnance, including 500 kg bombs and W.Gr. 21 rocket mortars, made it a threat to both armored vehicles and troop concentrations. Despite its strengths, the Fw 190A-8/F-8 was introduced at a time when the Luftwaffe was suffering from severe resource shortages and overwhelming Allied air superiority. While it remained a capable platform, attrition rates were high, and experienced pilots were in short supply. Nevertheless, in the hands of veteran aviators, it could still deliver punishing attacks and hold its own against enemy aircraft in low-level engagements. Its deployment marked the Luftwaffe's shift toward tactical defense and interdiction as the war turned decisively against Germany. This 1:72 scale model captures the rugged beauty and lethal profile of Germany’s premier fighter-bomber. Featuring historically accurate markings and fine detailing, this replica is perfect for collectors and aviation enthusiasts who appreciate the engineering and combat legacy of one of WWII’s most iconic warplanes.