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Tamiya Fieseler Fil56C Storch

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Tamiya's signature 1/48 scale Aircraft Series has now reached its 100th model! To mark thisspecial milestone, we are announcing an all-new Fi 156 Storch assembly kit, which givesmodelers further opportunity to create mixed-genre dioramas involving both aircraft and vehicles.

About the Fi 156 Storch

Produced to meet a Luftwaffe requirement for a new liaison aircraft, the Fi 156 Storch was alight aircraft that had amazing STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) capabilities. The designincorporated such practical features as folding wings, which allowed it to be easily transported,and landing gear shock absorbers that allowed it to land on rough surfaces. It was used in avariety of roles, including liaison, tactical reconnaissance, and air ambulance, and it was theaircraft that was involved in the daring rescue of Italian dictator Benito Mussolini. Field MarshalErwin Rommel was also known to make heavy use of his Fi 156 for battlefield reconnaissancein North Africa.

About the Model

  • Highly-detailed 1/48 scale assembly kit model of the Fieseler Fi 156 Storch.
  • Kit includes parts to replicate various versions of the Fi 156C, including fuel tank, skis, and 3different types of canopies.
  • Clear canopy sides have been molded together with the fuselage halves for more realisticconstruction.
  • Important structural sections such as the wing spar and the landing gear struts are made frommetal parts for enhanced realism and strength.
  • Includes 1 pilot and 1 commander figure.
  • Precision photo-etched parts such as cockpit panels, cockpit frame, and front seat also included.

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    Tamiya Fieseler Fil56C Storch

    £52.79

    Tamiya's signature 1/48 scale Aircraft Series has now reached its 100th model! To mark thisspecial milestone, we are announcing an all-new Fi 156 Storch assembly kit, which givesmodelers further opportunity to create mixed-genre dioramas involving both aircraft and vehicles.

    About the Fi 156 Storch

    Produced to meet a Luftwaffe requirement for a new liaison aircraft, the Fi 156 Storch was alight aircraft that had amazing STOL (Short Take-Off and Landing) capabilities. The designincorporated such practical features as folding wings, which allowed it to be easily transported,and landing gear shock absorbers that allowed it to land on rough surfaces. It was used in avariety of roles, including liaison, tactical reconnaissance, and air ambulance, and it was theaircraft that was involved in the daring rescue of Italian dictator Benito Mussolini. Field MarshalErwin Rommel was also known to make heavy use of his Fi 156 for battlefield reconnaissancein North Africa.

    About the Model

  • Highly-detailed 1/48 scale assembly kit model of the Fieseler Fi 156 Storch.
  • Kit includes parts to replicate various versions of the Fi 156C, including fuel tank, skis, and 3different types of canopies.
  • Clear canopy sides have been molded together with the fuselage halves for more realisticconstruction.
  • Important structural sections such as the wing spar and the landing gear struts are made frommetal parts for enhanced realism and strength.
  • Includes 1 pilot and 1 commander figure.
  • Precision photo-etched parts such as cockpit panels, cockpit frame, and front seat also included.

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