- Brand new 1/72 scale diecast model of Junkers Ju 87G-2 Stuka Aircraft "WNr. 494193, Tank Buster, Stab. SG 2, Slovakia" (1944) German Luftwaffe "Air Power Series" die cast model by Hobby Master.
- Brand new box.
- Detailed exterior.
- True-to-scale detail.
- Includes display stand.
- Officially licensed product.
- Detachable ordnance loads.
- Manufacturer's original unopened packaging.
- Dimensions approximately Length- 6.25, Wingspan- 7.5 inches.
- Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy, realistic feel.
- It is a highly detailed and accurate model, perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
HISTORY ASPECTS:
The Junkers Ju 87G-2 "Tank Buster," WNr. 494193, served with Stab./Schlachtgeschwader 2 (SG 2) during the critical battles in Slovakia in 1944. As an evolution of the infamous Stuka dive bomber, the G-2 variant was modified specifically for anti-tank duties, equipped with twin Bordkanone BK 3,7 37mm cannons mounted under each wing. These powerful weapons made the Ju 87G-2 a deadly opponent against Soviet armored columns advancing across Eastern Europe. By 1944, as Germanyβs situation became increasingly desperate, specialized aircraft like the Ju 87G-2 were essential in trying to delay overwhelming Soviet forces.
WNr. 494193 operated under the command of Stab./SG 2, a unit with strong ties to Germanyβs most famous Stuka ace, Hans-Ulrich Rudel. Flying from forward airfields in Slovakia during the autumn of 1944, the aircraft took part in missions targeting Red Army armor and supply lines during battles related to the Slovak National Uprising and the Soviet push through Hungary. Although the Ju 87 was outdated compared to faster enemy fighters, its ruggedness, stability as a gun platform, and the bravery of its pilots kept it effective in its specialized role. Ground attacks were often conducted at extremely low altitudes, exposing the Ju 87s to tremendous danger from ground fire and enemy fighters.
The Ju 87G-2, including aircraft like WNr. 494193, represented the final chapter of the Stukaβs wartime service. While many were lost to increasingly dominant Allied air superiority, they inflicted significant damage on Soviet tank forces and helped momentarily stall advances on key sectors. The Ju 87G-2βs fearsome reputation and the daring missions flown by its crews became an enduring symbol of desperate, determined resistance in the closing years of World War II. WNr. 494193 stands as a testament to the transition of the Stuka from dive bomber to tank killer during one of Europeβs most turbulent periods.
This highly detailed 1:72 scale model brings to life one of the Luftwaffeβs most iconic late-war aircraft, complete with historically accurate markings and armament. A must-have for aviation enthusiasts and World War II collectors, it captures the fearsome spirit of the Stukaβs last battles over Eastern Europe.
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