Despite Mussolini's bravado the Italians were not a major force in
WWII. Allied with the Axis forces Italy
soon succumbed to the Allied's superior forces and found itself a split country-both
pro and for the Axis.
While the bravery of the Italians during the war cannot be disputed much of their
military equipment was inferior to the Allied forces.
With the introduction of the Italian Air Force's Macchi c-205 Veltro fighter
they hoped to compete with the Allied p-51 Mustangs.
Although the Macchi C.205 Veltro '155 Gruppo' boasts a powerful new engine,
heavier armament, with two 20mm cannons, they simply couldn't get enough off
the ground to make any worthwhile difference in the outcome of the war in the
air.
Hasegawa Hobby Kits' 1/48 Scale,
Limited Edition model kit of 155 Gruppo is a splendid recreation in miniature
of the aircraft.
With its tri-propeller, single pilot cockpit and all of its historically
accurate details (right down to the landing gear) the 155 Gruppo model is
miniature masterpiece.
Select from two decal configurations and by using the helpful enclosed
instructions assembling, painting and decaling will turn out perfect.
The 1/24 Scale JTCC Auto Tech BMW 318i Limited Edition model kit offers
mucho horsepower of a different sort-in a race car.
Lay down some serious rubber and burn up the tracks with this miniaturized
version of famous racecar from the 1980s and 1990s.
The German BMW 318i proved itself a winner when it took many of the races
dominated by Japanese cars.
Take a look at this beauty with its perfectly scaled and accurate details starting
with its low profile, custom wheels and tires, racing configuration and reinforcements
for safety.
Parts detach easily from part trees and before you
know it you'll be racing this baby straight to your favorite display area.