Tamiya Plastic Model Kit

Machine Gunner & Ace Pilot (1/35) 89641

This 1/35 scale figure set from Tamiya recreates two detailed German personnel from World War II. The first figure depicts a German machine gunner carrying an MG42 machine gun on his shoulder, dressed in a late-type overcoat for a realistic wartime appearance. The second figure represents a Luftwaffe ace pilot posed naturally in uniform with life jacket, and includes an optional head with or without cap. A display base is also provided to showcase the completed figures.

• Includes 2 figures: German machine gunner and Luftwaffe ace pilot
• Machine gunner carries MG42 machine gun
• Pilot figure features optional headgear (with or without cap)
• Detailed uniforms and accessories for realism
• Display base included
• 1/35 scale, approx. 52mm in height

Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.

History:

The MG42 machine gun, introduced in 1942, quickly earned a fearsome reputation for its high rate of fire and reliability on the battlefield. Widely used by German infantry, it became one of the most iconic weapons of the Second World War. Alongside ground forces, the Luftwaffe relied on skilled fighter pilots who often became celebrated aces, credited with numerous aerial victories. These pilots played a significant role in defending German airspace and supporting ground operations, and their distinctive uniforms and equipment make them popular subjects for scale modelling. This figure set captures both the determination of the infantry and the prestige of the fighter pilots, offering a snapshot of the German military during the conflict.