Tamiya 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf 109G-6

Gustav with Gusto!
With over 30,000 produced, the Messerschmitt Bf109 is the most prolifically manufactured fighter in history; of its variants, the G-6 was the most numerous at 13,000 aircraft. In response to improving Allied foes in the air, Bf109 G aircraft had the more powerful DB605 engine, and from the G-6 were equipped with dual 13mm MG131 machine guns that required the distinctive bulges on either side of the cockpit cowling known as "Beule." Some were even given a 20mm cannon gondola under each wing for further improved firepower.The Bf109 G-6 was deployed on both the Western and Eastern fronts, in particular dominating Soviet adversaries as it continued in service through to the end of WWII.


About the Model

- This is a 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit recreating the Bf109 G-6. Length: 188mm, wingspan: 207mm.
- In depth study of actual aircraft led to this highly detailed kit.
- Features an exquisite recreation of the DB605 engine.
- Separate parts are included to recreate wing underside 20mm cannon gondolas.
- Poly cap allows detachment and attachment of drop tank.
- Choose from 2 different types of air intake part - standard and with dust filter.
- Can be assembled with standard or Galland panzer canopy rear armor plate.
- Construct with canopy open or closed.
- Main and radiator flaps can be depicted up or down.
- Comes with a seated pilot figure for further realism.
- 3 marking options are included, plus canopy masking stickers and a color painting guide.

Packaging

- This definitive kit has its roots in the study of real aircraft, allowing superb accuracy in its recreation.


- Choices abound, with options available to the modeler for engine cowlings, canopy and flaps.


- Magnet-attached parts for both open and closed engine cowlings are included and are interchangeable after assembly.

- Marvel at the beautiful depiction of the powerful DB605 engine, enabled by the interchangeable cowlings.


- Superlative detail is on display across the kit; here in the form of the dual 13mm machine guns.


- Modelers can choose whether to assemble with standard air intakes or those with dust filters.

- Main and radiator flaps can be assembled up or down, and leading edge slats deployed or flush.


- Poly cap attachment method allows later removal and re-affixing of the drop tank at will.


- Multi-part recreations of the under-wing 20mm cannon gondolas give an authentic finish.

- Highly realistic pilot figure in seated position adds a further level of detail to the kit.


- The boxy canopy center section can be assembled open or closed. Sight uses separate clear part.


- 3 marking options are included on the decal sheets. Masking stickers aid with canopy paint job.



Tamiya Color paints for painting the 1/48 Messerschmitt Bf109 G-6


Tamiya Color Spray Paint for Aircraft Tamiya Color Spray Paint for Aircraft
AS-5 Light blue (Luftwaffe) ---

Tamiya Color Lacquer Paint Tamiya Color Lacquer Paint Tamiya Color Lacquer Paint LP-1 Black LP-3 Flat black LP-5 Semi gloss black LP-2 White LP-4 Flat white LP-11 Silver

Tamiya Color Tamiya Color Tamiya Color X-1 Black XF-2 Flat white XF-24 Dark grey X-2 White XF-3 Flat yellow XF-27 Black green X-10 Gun metal XF-6 Copper XF-52 Flat earth X-11 Chrome silver XF-7 Flat red XF-54 Dark sea grey X-18 Semi gloss black XF-10 Flat brown XF-56 Metallic grey X-19 Smoke XF-15 Flat flesh XF-57 Buff X-23 Clear blue XF-16 Flat aluminum XF-63 German grey X-31 Titanium gold XF-22 RLM grey XF-64 Red brown X-32 Titanium silver XF-23 Light blue XF-85 Rubber black XF-1 Flat black --- ---

Make the details stand out!
Items 87131, 87132, 87133 & 87140: Panel Line Accent Color (Black), (Brown), (Gray), (Dark Brown)


Useful tools in construction of the model
Item 74049 Basic Drill Set *(1mm, 1.5mm and 2mm bits)
Item 74112 Fine Pin Vise D-R (0.1-3.2mm)
Item 74116 Fine Pivot Drill Bit 0.5mm (Shank Dia. 1.0mm)