Brand new 1/144 scale diecast airplane model of Junkers Ju 88 A-4 Combat Aircraft "8./KG 6 Operation Steinbock" German Luftwaffe (1944) "Planes of World War II" Series die cast model by Luppa.
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Comes with a display stand.
This model does not have any openings.
Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
Dimensions approximately L-4 Wingspan-5.5 inches.
Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.

HISTORY ASPECTS:The Junkers Ju 88A-4 operated by the 8th Squadron of Kampfgeschwader 6 (8./KG 6) in the Luftwaffe played a significant role in the later stages of World War II particularly during the infamous Operation Steinbock. As part of the German air campaign against British cities the Ju 88A-4 participated in night bombing raids that aimed to disrupt and demoralize the British population.Operation Steinbock carried out from January to May 1944 was a retaliation against the British Royal Air Forces (RAF) sustained bombing campaigns over Germany. The Ju 88A-4 bombers were heavily involved in these nocturnal raids targeting London and other key industrial centers. While the operation caused considerable destruction and casualties it was not as successful as the Germans had hoped. The RAFs improved night defenses including the use of radar and advanced night fighters posed serious challenges to the Luftwaffes effectiveness.The Ju 88A-4 was a versatile and adaptable aircraft capable of serving various roles including as a bomber reconnaissance plane and even a night fighter. Armed with a range of machine guns and bombs it presented a formidable threat to Allied forces. Despite its contributions to the war effort the Luftwaffes shrinking resources and the increasing pressure from Allied air superiority limited the Ju 88A-4s impact in the later sta