Two new ‘Limited Edition’ aircraft of decidedly different genres
have been recently released by Hasegawa Hobby Kits. They include the 1:72 Scale Junkers JU88T-1 Fernaufklarungsgruppe
123 and the Egg Plane Air Force One VC-25.
The Junkers JU88T-1 Fernaufklarungsgruppe 123 was a WWII
German photo reconnaissance aircraft equipped with special engines for a quick
getaway. Capable of carrying a three man
crew the aircraft was a favorite of the Luftwaffe as its long-range capabilities
made it a valuable spying aircraft for the German military.
Eleven part trees comprise the model consisting of 155
pieces. Special features include new
nose canopy parts, under panel parts and drop tank parts. The model may be displayed with wheels up or
down and with its military green two-tone paint scheme and plethora of decals
and fuselage details (including wing tip antenna, clear paneled canopy, full
interior instrumentation, twin props and front viewing canopy) the model makes
a fine addition to any military model maker’s collections.
Clear, consist instructions make assembling, painting and
decaling this impressive model a breeze.
The VC-25 “Air Force One” model, part of Hasegawa’s Eggplane
Series, derives its inspiration from an illustration by Takashi Fujisawa.
Plump and squat, the aircraft is a comical interpretation of
the famous Air Force One. Easy to
assemble, the model faithfully recreates the famous aircraft, but in a stylized
form.
But don’t let its condensed and plump appearance fool
you. It is all Hasegawa Hobby Kit from
tip to tail. It’s expertly crafted, easy
to assemble, packed with details and sporting the signature paint scheme of the
original. You don’t need to have an ‘egg’ecutive
order to build it or even be an ‘egg’pert model maker. Follow the instructions and before you know
it you’ll have an ‘egg’cellent model to show off.