The Focke-Wulf Fw 190 was one of the best aircraft produced during World War II.
More than 20,000 were built from 1941 onwards.
Along with the Messerschmitt Bf 109, it was the Luftwaffe's most famous fighter.
In early versions, such as the Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8, the fighter was equipped with a 14-cylinder, two-row BMW 801 D-2 radial engine producing 1,700 hp and reaching a top speed of 653 km/h.
Over time, designers took advantage of the aircraft's successful aerodynamic structure and achieved what can be considered its ultimate evolution.
The introduction of the powerful, liquid-cooled, 12-cylinder Junkers Jumo 213 engine necessitated a revision of the aircraft's design, resulting in an extended nose.
The D version was aptly nicknamed "Long-Nosed Dora" by Luftwaffe pilots, but in flight, they immediately recognized its characteristics and capabilities.
The FW-190D could indeed compete with the most modern Allied fighters, such as the famous P-51D Mustang.
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More than 20,000 were built from 1941 onwards.
Along with the Messerschmitt Bf 109, it was the Luftwaffe's most famous fighter.
In early versions, such as the Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8, the fighter was equipped with a 14-cylinder, two-row BMW 801 D-2 radial engine producing 1,700 hp and reaching a top speed of 653 km/h.
Over time, designers took advantage of the aircraft's successful aerodynamic structure and achieved what can be considered its ultimate evolution.
The introduction of the powerful, liquid-cooled, 12-cylinder Junkers Jumo 213 engine necessitated a revision of the aircraft's design, resulting in an extended nose.
The D version was aptly nicknamed "Long-Nosed Dora" by Luftwaffe pilots, but in flight, they immediately recognized its characteristics and capabilities.
The FW-190D could indeed compete with the most modern Allied fighters, such as the famous P-51D Mustang.
Plastic model kit
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unbuilt / unpainted
Paint and glue not included
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