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Messerschmitt Me 323 Gigant

Item No. 90104

Description

The Me-323 “Gigant” was one of the largest transport aircraft built during the Second World War. It was developed to meet the specific requirement of the Luftwaffe, following the extension of supply lines, to transport troops and materials over long distances. Initially developed from a glider, it was equipped with six radial engines mounted on the wing leading edge, capable of providing sufficient power for fully loaded flight operations. The enormous fuselage was able to carry troops—more than 120 men—supplies, artillery pieces, and light vehicles. Its great transport capacity compromised its maximum speed, which only slightly exceeded 240 km/h. It was employed on the North African and Tunisian fronts to supply the Afrika Korps from bases in Sicily, as well as on the Russian front. It is considered a milestone in transport aircraft history.

  • Scale is 1:72
  • Size of the model is 39.6cm
  • A unique and interesting aircraft
  • Carton quantity is 8 and EAN is TBC 

Specifications

Brand
Italeri
Category
Plastic Model Kits
Scale
1:72
Model Type
Aircraft
Aircraft Type
Military Transport
Nationality
German
Era
1939-1945 - World War II
Kit Type
Assembly Kit
New Release
Yes

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Messerschmitt Me 323 Gigant

Item No. 90104
The Me-323 “Gigant” was one of the largest transport aircraft built during the Second World War. It was developed to meet the specific requirement of the Luftwaffe, following the extension of supply lines, to transport troops and materials over long distances. Initially developed from a glider, it

Description

The Me-323 “Gigant” was one of the largest transport aircraft built during the Second World War. It was developed to meet the specific requirement of the Luftwaffe, following the extension of supply lines, to transport troops and materials over long distances. Initially developed from a glider, it was equipped with six radial engines mounted on the wing leading edge, capable of providing sufficient power for fully loaded flight operations. The enormous fuselage was able to carry troops—more than 120 men—supplies, artillery pieces, and light vehicles. Its great transport capacity compromised its maximum speed, which only slightly exceeded 240 km/h. It was employed on the North African and Tunisian fronts to supply the Afrika Korps from bases in Sicily, as well as on the Russian front. It is considered a milestone in transport aircraft history.

  • Scale is 1:72
  • Size of the model is 39.6cm
  • A unique and interesting aircraft
  • Carton quantity is 8 and EAN is TBC 

Specifications

Brand
Italeri
Category
Plastic Model Kits
Scale
1:72
Model Type
Aircraft
Aircraft Type
Military Transport
Nationality
German
Era
1939-1945 - World War II
Kit Type
Assembly Kit
New Release
Yes