Tamiya 61037 - 1/48 Focke-Wulf Fw190A-3 WWII  [61037]

Regarding the Focke-Wulf Fw190 A-3

Development of the FW190 series started into the Autumn of 1937, under an agreement distributed by the Reichsluftfahrtministerium (Air Ministry) for starters chair fighter to enhance the Messerschmitt Bf109. Two proposals had been submitted by Kurt Tank, the technical supervisor regarding the Focke-Wulf Flugzeugbau (aircraft factory). The proposition utilizing the then brand new BMW 801 aircooled radial motor ended up being selected. This tough and effective engine wound up being placed into a robust airframe and provided superb administration, well-balanced control, and fast acceleration.
It entered solution in 1941, traveling alongside the Bf 109 and yes it quickly took control of environment superiority in the English Channel. Developing it self as a mainstay fighter associated with Luftwaffe, it outperformed the present day Spitfire Mk. V's in nearly every respect and maintained this benefit before arrival of this Spitfire IX in July 1942. The FW 190 fighter underwent constant enhancement throughout its life. The A-3 variation used the improved BMW 801Dg engine that produced 1,700hp. Armament was increased from 3 to 4 weapons, comprising two fast shooting MG 151's inside wing origins; two MG FF's outboard associated with landing gear and two fuselage mounted MG 17 machine firearms.

Throughout WW2, numerous Luftwaffe squadrons permitted personal pilot markings and distinctive squadron insignia to be used, plus lower cowl, wing tip and rudder color improvements on initial paint schemes.