COBI Messerschmitt BF 109 G Fighter : Set #5761
The Messerschmitt Bf 109 G, also known as the "Gustav," was a German fighter aircraft from World War II. Introduced in 1942, it was one of the most important versions of the Bf 109. Equipped with a more powerful DB 605 engine and improved armament, the "Gustav" reached speeds of up to 690 km/h. It was highly agile and versatile, making it a formidable opponent on the front lines. It came in many variants, adapted to tasks such as bomber interception, fighter combat and ground support.
The Messerschmitt BF-109 G is an improved design adapted to the 1:32 scale. The plane is even larger and contains more details reproduced using 350 COBI construction blocks. The plane has a movable propeller and ailerons. Its rotating wheels with rubber tires can be extended from the chassis in the take-off or landing position.
The pilot's cabin can be opened to place a pilot figure at the controls! The plane has been covered with high-quality prints that do not rub off even during intense play. This set completely dispenses with stickers. The prints reproduce the tropical painting and equipment of the plane from the war period.
The set also includes a special stand that makes the model display more attractive and a plate with the name of the plane.
Building fighters from World War II is an increasingly popular way of spending free time among adults, children and young people. It is a relaxing passion that is an extension of your interests related to history, aviation and military technology.
- 350 high-quality elements
- Manufactured in the EU by a company with over 35 years of tradition
- The blocks meet the safety standards of products for children
- Fully compatible with other brands of construction blocks
- Blocks with prints do not scratch or smear and do not fade during play or under the influence of temperature
- Clear and intuitive instructions based on illustrations and step-by-step directions
- Special display stand
- Pilot figure
- Plate with the name of the model
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Scale: 1:32At a Glance: Bf-109G
Engine: DB 605A-1.
Power: Indicated: 1,355 HP
Take-off: 1,475 HP
Advantages:
• Excellent maneuverability and acceleration;
• Excellent overall performance;
• Strong armament;
• Easy to fly.
Pilot Notes: Take-Off Speed: 170 km/h
Landing Speed: 155 km/h
Combat Engine Setting: 2,500 RPM
Best Cruise: 2,100 RPM
Economy Cruise: 2,000 RPM
Prop Pitch Control: Auto/ Manual
Mixture Control: Manual
Boost: No
Supercharger: Auto
Armament:
• 2 x 7.92 mm (MG 17)
• 1 x 20 mm (MG 151/20)
Disadvantages:
• Poor rear visibility;
• Heavier construction;
• Short range.
• Gunsight Note: The gunsight in this aircraft, as in many German planes, was
positioned off-center. The default internal camera position is centered, and as such
the gunsight is difficult or even impossible to use. To switch to an aiming view,
use the Toggle Gunsight button (Shift-F1 by default) that switches the view to look
through the offset gunsight.
• The Gustav model of the 109 shows an incredible ability to keep the fighter’s design a step ahead of most contemporary enemy planes. With the possible exception of the 1943 G-6, you will never feel inferior to any contemporary enemy fighter in your new 109 model. The same engagement strategies apply here as to the Franz and Emil. Feel free to enter an angles fight with the enemy if you feel confident enough. If you’re looking for an easy victory, stay above 450 km/h in a fight and attack the enemy in 500 km/h+ dives and you should be able to defeat almost any opponent.
• 109’s armament is always enough to bring down a fighter, but can sometimes be a bit insufficient against better armored bombers like the IL-2. When you know you’ll have to face targets like that make sure to grab underwing gun pods, or a 30mm MK-108 cannon in the nose. With the gunpods or the MK-108 you will bring down any target with a single accurate burst.
• 109 is not a very stable gunnery platform under 350 km/h and you may find your aim getting thrown off and your rounds scattering too much when firing at slow speeds. Accelerate to 350 km/h or more and your bursts should be much more accurate.
• It’s very hard to stall or spin the 109 but that certainly has been done by some less
capable pilots who were too rough with their crate. (Il2 Aircraft Guide)