Junkers Ju 88 A-4 Combat Aircraft "8./KG 6 Operation Steinbock" German Luftwaffe (1944) "Planes of World War II" Series 1/144 Diecast Model Airplane by Luppa
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Junkers Ju 88 A-4 Combat Aircraft "8./KG 6 Operation Steinbock" German Luftwaffe (1944) "Planes of World War II" Series 1/144 Diecast Model Airplane by Luppa
Description
Description
- Brand new 1/144 scale diecast airplane model of Junkers Ju 88 A-4 Combat Aircraft "8./KG 6, Operation Steinbock" German Luftwaffe (1944) "Planes of World War II" Series die cast model by Luppa.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Comes with a display stand.
- This model does not have any openings.
- Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
- Dimensions approximately L-4, Wingspan-5.5 inches.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- HISTORY ASPECTS:
- The Junkers Ju 88A-4, operated by the 8th Squadron of Kampfgeschwader 6 (8./KG 6) in the Luftwaffe, played a significant role in the later stages of World War II, particularly during the infamous Operation Steinbock. As part of the German air campaign against British cities, the Ju 88A-4 participated in night bombing raids that aimed to disrupt and demoralize the British population.
- Operation Steinbock, carried out from January to May 1944, was a retaliation against the British Royal Air Force's (RAF) sustained bombing campaigns over Germany. The Ju 88A-4 bombers were heavily involved in these nocturnal raids, targeting London and other key industrial centers. While the operation caused considerable destruction and casualties, it was not as successful as the Germans had hoped. The RAF's improved night defenses, including the use of radar and advanced night fighters, posed serious challenges to the Luftwaffe's effectiveness.
- The Ju 88A-4 was a versatile and adaptable aircraft, capable of serving various roles, including as a bomber, reconnaissance plane, and even a night fighter. Armed with a range of machine guns and bombs, it presented a formidable threat to Allied forces. Despite its contributions to the war effort, the Luftwaffe's shrinking resources and the increasing pressure from Allied air superiority limited the Ju 88A-4's impact in the later stages of the conflict.
- This 1:144 scale model pays tribute to this iconic aircraft's wartime service, particularly during Operation Steinbock. Display this meticulously crafted replica as a testament to the Luftwaffe's determined efforts and the historical significance of the Ju 88A-4 in World War II.
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