1/48 Ilyushin IL-2 Shturmovik
$43.00
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■Product Description
[The "Tank of the Sky" that pushed back the German army]
The Ilyushin IL-2 Sturmovik was a representative ground attack aircraft of the Soviet army during World War II. It was the aircraft that the Soviet army needed most when the German-Soviet war broke out in June 1941, and Prime Minister Stalin himself encouraged its production, resulting in the mass production of more than 36,000 units, the most in military aircraft history, by the end of the war. In order to keep the weight increase down while ensuring bulletproof capabilities, the cockpit, engine, and fuel tank were all grouped together. A key feature is that the bulletproof steel plates covering the fuselage also serve as structural components. Production of the single-seat version began in March 1941, but a two-seat version with a rear-mounted swivel gun was introduced to counter German interception. Subsequently, in the latter half of 1943, an improved version appeared with the sweep angle of the outer wings changed from the previous 5 degrees to 15 degrees. It inflicted devastating damage on German tank units from low altitudes, and together with the T-34 tank, it sealed the Soviet victory. ■Product Specifications
Manufacturer: Tamiya
Item No: 61113
Scale: 1/48
JAN: 4950344611133
Remarks
[Model Specifications] This is a plastic model assembly kit of the Ilyushin IL-2 Sturmovik. ● 1/48 scale, overall length 243mm, overall wingspan 305mm. ● The powerful appearance with heavy armament and heavy armor is realistically modeled. ● The streamlined nose area, large main wings with sweep angles, and wooden-type rear fuselage are faithfully reproduced in terms of outline and cross-sectional shape. ● Ducts, radiators, and oil coolers running from the top to the bottom of the nose are also included as parts. ● The outer skin of the aircraft uses various engravings to convey the heavy, imposing feel characteristic of Soviet aircraft. Realistically rendered. ● The interior of the two-seat cockpit and landing gear bays are finished with a high level of detail. ● The canopies of the cockpit and gunner's seats can be opened or closed. ● Two types of fairing parts are provided for the 23mm cannon. ● In addition to 100kg and 250kg bombs, RS-132 rockets are also included. Three types of rocket launchers are provided. ● Includes two figures of a pilot and a gunner, and three types of markings. ● Masking stickers for painting the canopy are also included.
The photo shows the kit assembled and painted.
1/48 Ilyushin IL-2 Shturmovik
$43.00
[The "Tank of the Sky" that pushed back the German army]
The Ilyushin IL-2 Sturmovik was a representative ground attack aircraft of the Soviet army during World War II. It was the aircraft that the Soviet army needed most when the German-Soviet war broke out in June 1941, and Prime Minister Stalin himself encouraged its production, resulting in the mass production of more than 36,000 units, the most in military aircraft history, by the end of the war. In order to keep the weight increase down while ensuring bulletproof capabilities, the cockpit, engine, and fuel tank were all grouped together. A key feature is that the bulletproof steel plates covering the fuselage also serve as structural components. Production of the single-seat version began in March 1941, but a two-seat version with a rear-mounted swivel gun was introduced to counter German interception. Subsequently, in the latter half of 1943, an improved version appeared with the sweep angle of the outer wings changed from the previous 5 degrees to 15 degrees. It inflicted devastating damage on German tank units from low altitudes, and together with the T-34 tank, it sealed the Soviet victory. ■Product Specifications
Manufacturer: Tamiya
Item No: 61113
Scale: 1/48
JAN: 4950344611133
Remarks
[Model Specifications] This is a plastic model assembly kit of the Ilyushin IL-2 Sturmovik. ● 1/48 scale, overall length 243mm, overall wingspan 305mm. ● The powerful appearance with heavy armament and heavy armor is realistically modeled. ● The streamlined nose area, large main wings with sweep angles, and wooden-type rear fuselage are faithfully reproduced in terms of outline and cross-sectional shape. ● Ducts, radiators, and oil coolers running from the top to the bottom of the nose are also included as parts. ● The outer skin of the aircraft uses various engravings to convey the heavy, imposing feel characteristic of Soviet aircraft. Realistically rendered. ● The interior of the two-seat cockpit and landing gear bays are finished with a high level of detail. ● The canopies of the cockpit and gunner's seats can be opened or closed. ● Two types of fairing parts are provided for the 23mm cannon. ● In addition to 100kg and 250kg bombs, RS-132 rockets are also included. Three types of rocket launchers are provided. ● Includes two figures of a pilot and a gunner, and three types of markings. ● Masking stickers for painting the canopy are also included.
The photo shows the kit assembled and painted.