Junkers Ju-87G Stuka Anti-Tank Die-Cast Model

Known from the shrieking "Jericho Trumpet" as it dove into battle, the Ju-87 Stuka was one of the most fearsome aircraft of WWII.

Recognized from its shrieking “Jericho Trumpet” in battle, this Junkers Ju-87 Stuka was one of the most fearsome German aircraft in WWII. Painted with multicolor green camouflage, this specific “armor-hunter” aircraft fought over Ukraine in 1944 with Schlachtgeschwader One. Precise and well equipped, it featured wing mounted airbrakes and an automatic dive-recovery system to assist with pilots blacking out. Produced from 1936 until 1944 in several editions, it was one of more than 6,000 built for the Luftwaffe. Though fulfilling a short service life between 1939 and 1945, the Stuka struck fear into enemies and demolished important targets with massive bombs. 

Features:

• Authentic paint scheme, engraved panel lines, printed decals, antennas, and surface details
• Pre-installed landing gear with rolling wheels
• Opening engine compartment and canopies
• Realistic underwing gun-pods
• Attachable press-fit bombs
• Display stand included
• Measures 6.25”l with a 7.5” wingspan at 1:72 scale

History and Specifications:
Introduced in the late 1930s by Junkers, the Ju-87 Stuka was designed for precision strikes on enemy units. Constructed from metal with stressed external coverings, the cranked wing aircraft was ruggedly made for combat environments. Though bulky and cumbersome, it would prove highly effective against enemy forces, carrying massive 500kg (1000lb.) bombs in underwing cradles. Working to reduce its shortcomings, the Jumo 210 inverted-V12 engine was replaced with the 211D and 211J editions, which more than doubled the output to 1,400hp. Further enhancing their effectiveness, late model Ju-87G aircraft were even fitted with underwing gun-pods instead of bombs. Providing good success, the bulky aircraft was now incredibly accurate and powerful against Soviet forces.