Zoukei Mura SWS20 1/32 Scale, Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-14 Fighter Aircraft, Plastic Model Kit (ZKM3220)

Contents

• (1 piece) Zoukei Mura SWS20 1/32 Scale, Messerschmitt Bf 109 G-14 Fighter Aircraft, Plastic Model Kit
• Decals and Markings:It features high-quality, glossy decals printed by Cartograf that respond beautifully to tuning solutions. Early production and "Erich Hartmann" U-4 special editions even include a limited edition resin pilot figure.

Model Specifications

• Full Engine and Skeleton:The kit provides a fully detailed DB 605 engine, right down to the pistons and connecting rods. Its unique frame allows builders to leave sections open to showcase interior plumbing and radio compartments or closed for a stylish, historically accurate finish.
• Versatility:Designed to be flexible, the SWS20 kit includes multiple tail options, rudder and fairing. This allows modelers to create various sub-variants of the G-14 series.
• Parts Distribution:Consisting of over 350 parts, this kit focuses heavily on injection molded plastic. Unlike some competitors, it doesn't rely heavily on photo-etched parts or resin.
• Unique Engineering:The level of internal mechanical detail is incredible, providing an almost educational build experience of how the real aircraft works.
• Abundant Options:Build with or without various access panels removed.
• Extraordinary Harmony:Parts are precisely aligned, even in complex areas such as the fuselage and tail.
• Complexity:This is not a fast structure due to the dense internal skeleton. It is quite complex and is recommended for intermediate to advanced modelers.
• Textural Quirks:Some builders report that bare plastic can have a slightly pebbled texture, requiring sanding and a smooth primer coat before painting.
• Content and Media:Approximately 362 pieces in gray plastic; 18 pieces of transparent plastic; markings made for an aircraft at two different times;

Engine, propeller, armament
Smooth, flowing aerodynamic design that gives the Bf 109 its unmatched speed and agility!
The inverted V-shaped, liquid-cooled 12-cylinder DB 605 engine has a small cross section and an aerodynamic, compact body shape. Inverted V-shaped cylinders allow weapons to be mounted above the engine, close to the pilot's field of view, improving firing accuracy. The upper part of the nose is equipped with two MG 131/13.2 mm machine guns. A feature of the G model is the hump-like bulging cover covering the bullet chute, which protrudes laterally from the main body of the weapon. The powered motorized gun has been replaced by the highly destructive MK 108/30 mm machine gun on some aircraft such as the "Bf 109 G-14/U4", but this kit retains the MG 151/20 mm machine gun used on early models. SWS provides a great opportunity to learn about the transition process of the G-type aircraft with the largest production volume while assembling the kit.

cockpit and canopy
The cockpit of the Bf 109 is the product of a unique, rational order.
In later stages of G-type aircraft, the Erla Haube type canopy with a small window frame was introduced to ensure the pilot's field of view, and the G-14 in particular adopted the late Erla Haube type with integrated antenna mast. Additionally, the G-14 was equipped with a panzer garland consisting of an 8 mm steel plate behind the seat, a 60 mm glass plate behind the windshield, a 13 mm steel plate at the bottom and a 60 mm glass plate at the top; This improved rear visibility. A pipe runs on the inner wall of the cockpit to check the availability of fuel from the L-shaped 400-litre fuel tank mounted below the rear of the cockpit, and the SWS kit replicates this in detail with transparent parts like the real aircraft. The Bf 109's unique cockpit, neatly organized like a pile of rationality, also seems to demonstrate Messerschmitt's genius.

Wing and internal structure
The wings and internal structure of the Bf 109, which stands out with its one-hit destruction ability.
The Bf 109's main wings were of the most common cantilever type with automatic leading edge flaps, and the radiator flaps, enlarged since the F model, were replaced by a clamshell type, which acted as a heatsink in addition to its flap function, allowing air to flow out of the radiator between the upper and lower surfaces of the wing. SWS completely reproduces this characteristic radiator flap with its selectable opening/closing mechanism. The wing structure of the Bf 109, distinguished by its one-hit destruction ability and full of functional beauty, has been carefully recreated in the SWS kit.

vertical tail wing
Type G, the most produced of the many subtypes, has been modeled in detail to show the wide range of differences.
G-14 is the most produced version among the subtypes G-10 to G-16, and is the last series of the G-type, covering a wide model range. This kit models the G-14 in detail, which is said to have many minor differences in the shape and features of various parts due to being produced in large numbers; These differences include differences from the "U4" model, which has a different armament. One of the most obvious and important differences is the vertical tail fin. The "Hartmann model" has a short vertical tail fin inherited from the G-6 early type, while this kit uses a large vertical tail fin inherited from the G-6 late type. This kit is the perfect start to a new era of SWS and we hope you will experience with your own hands and eyes the functional beauty, rich detail and ease of assembly of the rare and famous Bf 109.

Messerschmitt Bf-109 is a German single-engine fighter aircraft with a classic tail, low wings and a metal body. II. It became the Luftwaffe's main and most produced fighter aircraft during World War II. The prototype flight took place on May 29, 1935, and mass production continued between 1936 and 1945. In total, it is estimated that approximately 35,000 Messerschmitt Bf-109 fighter jets of various models were produced; most of these passed to the Czech and Israeli air forces after the war. The origins of the Bf-109 date back to the competition announced by the Luftwaffe for a new fighter aircraft in 1933. Competing with the He-112, the Bf-109 project initially lost out, but thanks to the machinations of Willie Messerschmitt, the project was able to continue and eventually won the competition, becoming the Luftwaffe's primary fighter aircraft. Several major variants of the Bf-109 were developed during the production process. The first pre-production series was the Bf-109B (Berta) with different versions of the Junkers Jumo 210 (A or Da) engine. These were tested during the Spanish Civil War from 1937. The next version was the Bf-109C (Caesar). These had a different engine from the B version and extensive armament including two 20 mm and 2 7.92 mm HP guns. These aircraft also fought in the skies of Spain. The third version was the Bf-109D (Dora) with a Junkers Jumo 210 Da or Daimler-Benz DB 600 engine. It fought in the September campaign, but was replaced by the E version at the beginning of 1939/1940. The most famous model was the Bf-109E (Emil) with the Daimler-Benz 601A or N engine. It was the first aircraft to use a three-blade propeller, not a two-blade propeller. The Bf-109E fought in the French campaign, over England, in North Africa and on the Eastern Front. The famous pilot who started his career with the Bf-109E was Adolf Galland. The next version was the Bf-109F (Friedrich), which, according to German pilots, was the most aerodynamically perfect. The shape of the fuselage, wings and cockpit fairings had been changed, but no new engine was used. It entered service at the beginning of 1940/1941. As part of the development of the design, further specifications of the Bf-109 were developed, of which the G (Gustav) version was produced in the largest number. The most important change that increased the performance of the machine was the installation of a new 12-cylinder Daimler-Benz DB605A engine with a power of 1475 HP. The Bf-109G's armament consisted of a pair of 13-mm machine guns and the MG151 20-mm or heavier MK108 30-mm cannon located in the fuselage in front of the cockpit fairing. The last version to go into mass production was the Bf-109K (Kurfirst), production of which started in October 1944. Daimler-Benz DB 605DB or DC unit was used as the engine. Bf-109K, II. It was the fastest version produced during World War II and could reach speeds of 730 km/h. Apart from this, two more versions were produced, H and Z. However, these were mostly experimental versions and mass production did not start. Later improvements in propulsion and armament improved the Messerschmitt Bf-109 during World War II. It made it one of the most dangerous fighter aircraft of World War II and also demonstrated the great potential of the slightly angled fuselage created by Willi Messerschmitt. Technical data (Bf-109 G-6 version): length: 8.95 m, wingspan: 9.92 m, altitude: 2.6 m, maximum speed: 640 km/h, rate of climb: 17 m/s, maximum range: 850 km, maximum ceiling height: 12000 m, armament: fixed - 2 MG131 13 mm machine guns and 1 MG151 20 mm cannon, suspended - 250 kg bombs or 2 Wfr Gr. 21 missile launchers.