Airfix: 1:72 Henschel Hs123A-1 – Model Kit
As you might expect from a new aircraft manufacturer previously involved in the
production of railway locomotives, the Henschel Hs123 biplane attack aircraft
was as tough as they come. Intended as a dive bomber and close air support
aircraft, the Hs123 performed well during its combat introduction in the Spanish
Civil War, however, its lack of range and relatively small bomb load saw future
development suppressed due to the impending introduction of the monoplane
Ju-87 Stuka. Despite this setback, the aircraft still in service at the start
of WWII were sent into action, with its pilots perfecting the art of close air
support for advancing ground units. Proving to be extremely rugged, these agile
little biplanes could absorb significant levels of damage, pressing home their
attacks and bringing their pilots home safely. Serving through the Blitzkrieg
attacks against Poland, France and the Low Countries, the Hs123 would come into
its own during the savage fighting on the Eastern Front, where aircraft would be
based close to the front lines, flying several offensive sorties each day. The
aircraft proved so effective, that they were only withdrawn from service in the
spring of 1944 and only then due to a lack of serviceable aircraft and
spares.
Specifications
- Scale: 1:72
- Skill: 2
- Flying Hours: 1
- Number of Parts: 38
- Wingspan (mm): 146
Supplied unassembled and unpainted. Hobby tools, glue & paints are needed to complete (Sold Separately)