- A completely new development of Italy's masterpiece fighter plane in 1/32 scale
- This is a plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the Macchi MC.202 Folgole, a masterpiece fighter aircraft deployed and operated by the Italian army in World War II, on a 1/32 big scale.
[About the actual machine]
- Macchi MC.202 Folgole is said to be a masterpiece among the fighter aircraft developed by Italy during World War II.
- Macki developed the MC.200 in accordance with the R plan, which aimed to modernize air force aircraft before World War II.
- Development began as an evolved version of that, and the first flight took place in August 1940.
-In place of the MC.200's Fiat A74RC38 liquid-cooled radial engine, the engine is equipped with a DB601A-1 liquid-cooled inverted V-type engine from German ally Daimler-Benz with over 1000 horsepower.
- In line with the engine replacement, the design of the aircraft shape has also changed significantly.
- The design has a smaller overall projected area, which improves aerodynamic performance.
- It achieved a maximum speed of 600km/h, surpassing the German Messerschmitt Bf109 equipped with the same engine.
- In addition, combined with its inherent maneuverability and maneuverability, it became an aircraft that was excellent in both hit-and-run combat and melee combat.
[About the model]
- This is a plastic model assembly kit that reproduces the Macchi MC.202 Folgole, one of the most outstanding aircraft in the history of the Italian Air Force, which will celebrate its 100th anniversary in 2023.
- The scale is 1/32, and the number of parts is over 200.
- Italian manufacturer Italeri uses a completely new mold to completely recreate the appearance of this masterpiece.
- Finished total length is 276mm.
- The aircraft design with a sense of speed is expressed with the degree of reproduction that can only be achieved with a 1/32 big scale, from panel lines to small details such as rivets.
- The DB601 engine is reproduced in the nose, from auxiliary equipment such as the turbocharger to the engine support frame.
- Realistic and mechanical modeling of the cockpit, machine guns, and even the legs and leg storage.
- The wheels reproduce the state of deformation due to their own weight.
- In addition, photo-etched parts are also available to give a sharp finish.
- The cockpit gauges are 3Ð decals with a three-dimensional feel.
- In addition to the 8 types of aircraft markings, large-sized decals are available that reproduce the unique camouflage patterns of 4 of them.
- This is a noteworthy kit that airplane modelers should take their time with.
[Major features]
- Completely new mold
- 1/32 scale reproduction of the Italian fighter Macchi MC.202 Folgole
- DB601 engine is reproduced down to the auxiliary equipment
- The cockpit's gauges are reproduced with 3Ð decals that give it a three-dimensional feel.
- The tire is modeled as being deformed by its own weight.
- Includes 8 types of markings. Four distinctive camouflage patterns and large-sized decals are also available.
- Includes photo-etched parts for detailing each part
- The rudder and tail aileron are movable, and the flap can be assembled by opening or closing.
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