Hasegawa 07446 Ju-88A-5 "Eastern Front" 1/48 – Plastic Model Kit for Assembly

The Hasegawa 07446 Ju-88A-5 "Eastern Front" 1/48 scale airplane model is a high-quality plastic kit that faithfully recreates the German Junkers Ju 88A-5 bomber with remarkable precision. This model comes from the renowned manufacturer Hasegawa, acclaimed for its excellent detailing, part fit, and realistic representation of original historical machines.

Historical Background and Usage

The Junkers Ju 88A-5 is a variant of the German bomber aircraft that played a key role in Luftwaffe operations during World War II. Ju 88A-5 units were widely used especially on the Eastern Front—which accounts for the "Eastern Front" designation—where they supported German military operations. These planes participated, among other actions, in the attack on the USSR during Operation Barbarossa in 1941–1945. They were distinguished by features such as extended wings and the capability to carry heavier armaments and bombs.

Technical Details of the Model

• Kit scale: 1/48 – suitable for creating detailed and realistic dioramas and model collections.
• Country of the original aircraft: Germany.
• Historical period: World War II, 1941–1945.
• Material: High-quality plastic.
• Kit contents: sprues with plastic parts for self-assembly and painting, detailed assembly instructions, decals dedicated to Eastern Front units.
• Glue and paints are not included in the kit.
• This model belongs to the category: plastic model kit.

Additional Product Advantages and Recommendations

Hasegawa 07446 Ju-88A-5 "Eastern Front" 1/48 is the perfect choice for modelers interested in World War II aviation and the reconstruction of historical diorama scenes. This model will be appreciated by both Luftwaffe enthusiasts and collectors of the European theaters of war. Due to the level of detail and number of parts, we recommend this kit for intermediate and advanced modelers — difficulty level: 3 on a scale of 1-5. The kit offers great potential for upgrading and personalization, ensuring every modeling enthusiast will find true satisfaction in building it.