60766 Focke-Wulf Fw190A-3 WWII - Tamiya 1/72  [60766]

About the Focke-Wulf Fw190 A-3

Growth of the FW190 series began into the Autumn of 1937, under a contract granted by the Reichsluftfahrtministerium (Air Ministry) for some body seat fighter to augment the Messerschmitt Bf109. Two proposals was indeed submitted by Kurt Tank, the technical manager from Focke-Wulf Flugzeugbau (aircraft factory). The proposal utilising the then unique BMW 801 aircooled radial motor was in fact opted for. This tough and effective engine completed up being invest a robust airframe and provided superb maneuvering, well-balanced control, and fast acceleration. It joined solution in 1941, traveling alongside the Bf 109 and yes it quickly took control of atmosphere superiority inside the English Channel. Developing it self as a mainstay fighter linked to Luftwaffe, it outperformed the modern Spitfire Mk.V's in virtually every respect and maintained this benefit before the arrival associated with Spitfire IX in July 1942. The Fw190 fighter underwent constant enhancement throughout its life. The A-3 version used the improved BMW 801Dg motor that produced 1,700hp. Armament finished up being increased from 4-6 firearms, comprising two fast shooting MG151's in wing origins; two MG FF's outboard of landing gear and two fuselage mounted MG 17 unit weapons. Throughout WW2, numerous Luftwaffe squadrons allowed personal pilot markings and distinctive squadron insignia to be used, plus reduced cowl, wing tip and rudder color improvements towards initial paint schemes.