Messerschmitt Me-309 V1-V2 92201

Messerschmitt Me-309 V1-V2 92201

Plastic assembly kit, scale 1/72, ready to assemble and decorate.

Requires paints, brushes, cutter and adhesive.

The Me 309 was originally designed to be the successor to the Bf 109. First prototype V1 made a first flight on July 1942. Flights revealed more shortcommings and a succession of modifications were made. Later was sent to be tested by E-Stelle Rechlin. November 1942 the second prototype V2 made its first and last flight, since its nosewheel collapsed on landing. Original DB 603A-1 engine was later replaced by a DB 605B engine.

In 1943 was built V3 and V4 prototype. V4 prototype being fitted with four MG 131, two MG 151/20 and two MK 108. Was planned more versions, as fighter bomber and Zerstorer with three MG 151 and four MG 131 weapons. In the autumn of 1943 the Me-309 program was terminated, four prototypes were produced.