Level 2 Model Kit Messerschmitt Bf110E/E-2 TROP Fighter Aircraft with 2 Scheme Options 1/72 Plastic Model Kit by Airfix

Brand new plastic model kit of Messerschmitt Bf110E/E-2 TROP Fighter Aircraft with 2 Scheme Options (Level 2) 1/72 plastic model kit by Airfix. Brand new box. Vintage style packaging. Officially licensed product. Contains 108 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. Includes decals to design the plane in 2 different schemes. Dimensions approximately L-6.5, W-8.875 inches assembled. HISTORY ASPECTS: The Messerschmitt Bf 110E E-2 Trop, a variant of the Bf 110 twin-engine heavy fighter, was specifically adapted for operations in the challenging environments of North Africa. Introduced during World War II, the Bf 110E E-2 Trop featured enhancements for tropical conditions, including dust filters and improved cooling systems to cope with the intense heat and sandy conditions. These adaptations were crucial for maintaining the aircraft's operational effectiveness in the harsh desert climate. The Bf 110E E-2 Trop saw extensive action with the Luftwaffe in the North African campaign, particularly during the early 1940s. It was deployed as a multi-role aircraft, performing duties ranging from long-range escort missions to ground attack and reconnaissance. The aircraft's twin-engine design provided it with the range and payload capacity necessary for the vast distances and logistical challenges of the desert theater. Despite its initial design as a heavy fighter, the Bf 110E E-2 Trop also found itself frequently engaged in dogfights with more maneuverable Allied fighters, where it often relied on its speed and firepower to hold its own. One of the notable conflicts involving the Bf 110E E-2 Trop was the Battle of El Alamein in late 1942. During this critical battle, the aircraft was used to support Axis ground forces by targeting Allied supply lines and positions. However, as the tide of the war shifted in favor of the Allies, the Bf 110E E-2 Trop, like many other Axis aircraft, faced increasing pressure from superior Allied air power and more advanced aircraft. Despite these challenges, the Bf 110E E-2 Trop remained in service throughout the North African campaign, demonstrating its versatility and resilience in a variety of combat roles. Capture the essence of this versatile warbird with this meticulously crafted 1:72 scale model of. This replica accurately reflects the unique features and rugged design of the aircraft, making it a perfect addition to any World War II aircraft collection. Whether you are a history enthusiast or a model aircraft collector, this detailed model offers a tangible connection to the storied past of the Bf 110E E-2 Trop and its role in the North African campaign.