Airfix Plastic Model Kit

Messerschmitt Bf109G-5/6 (1/24) A17003

The Airfix Messerschmitt Bf109G-5/6 marks a major milestone in 1/24 scale aircraft modelling. Completely retooled from the ground up, this new mould brings exceptional accuracy and refined engineering to one of the most iconic Luftwaffe fighters of the Second World War. Comprising 405 parts spread across 16 frames, it delivers an unmatched level of surface detail and interior realism.

• Brand new mould, setting a new benchmark for 1/24 scale kits
• 405 highly detailed plastic parts with precision engineering
• Includes pre-cut masking sheet for canopies and spinner spiral
• Five authentic marking schemes for German service aircraft
• Comprehensive 44-page full-colour instruction manual with historical notes and technical references
• Detailed cockpit, engine, and undercarriage assembly

The kit provides options to model three stages in the life of a single Bf109 airframe, along with two additional variants, offering superb versatility for modellers seeking to depict the aircraft’s operational evolution. With fine surface engraving, realistic panel lines, and advanced fit accuracy, this Airfix release sets a new standard for large-scale aircraft kits.

History:

The Messerschmitt Bf109 was Germany’s principal single-seat fighter throughout the Second World War. Introduced in the mid-1930s, it saw constant evolution, with the G-series (nicknamed ‘Gustav’) representing the most produced and heavily armed versions. The G-5 and G-6 variants featured improved high-altitude performance, pressurised cockpits, and enhanced armament, maintaining the aircraft’s competitiveness against Allied fighters. Used on every front, from the Eastern Front to the Mediterranean, the Bf109 became a symbol of the Luftwaffe’s air power, renowned for its agility, climb rate, and deadly precision in combat.