Modelling the Messerschmitt Bf 109F and early G series

Modelling the Messerschmitt Bf 109F and early G series
Author: Brett Green
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 178
Release: 2012-02-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1780964935

The Messerschmitt Bf 109 is one of the most recognizable fighter aircraft in history, and this book focuses on the Messerschmitt Bf 109F and early G models – the Friedrich and Gustav – the workhorses of the German Luftwaffe during the middle years of World War II. Detailing five different builds across the scales, and featuring aircraft in camouflage schemes and markings from the Western Desert to the Russian Steppes, this book is an excellent source of reference for both the beginner and expert modeller, on one of the most effective killing machines of World War II.

Modelling the Messerschmitt Bf 109F and early G series

Modelling the Messerschmitt Bf 109F and early G series
Author: Brett Green
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2012-02-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1780964927

The Messerschmitt Bf 109 is one of the most recognizable fighter aircraft in history, and this book focuses on the Messerschmitt Bf 109F and early G models – the Friedrich and Gustav – the workhorses of the German Luftwaffe during the middle years of World War II. Detailing five different builds across the scales, and featuring aircraft in camouflage schemes and markings from the Western Desert to the Russian Steppes, this book is an excellent source of reference for both the beginner and expert modeller, on one of the most effective killing machines of World War II.

Modelling the Messerschmitt Bf 109B/C/D/E

Modelling the Messerschmitt Bf 109B/C/D/E
Author: Brett Green
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 180
Release: 2012-02-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1780964919

The Messerschmitt Bf 109 was the most prominent German fighter type of World War II – over 35,000 were built and it served in many different variants and roles throughout the course of the war. It was the true workhorse of the German Luftwaffe throughout the war and continued in front-line service with some European countries for many years afterwards. This title details the early and pre-war variants, including the Bf 109s that flew in the Spanish Civil War, Poland, France and the Battle of Britain, in a series of increasingly complex construction projects. It also details the numerous kits available of this famous fighter.

Modelling the Messerschmitt Me 262

Modelling the Messerschmitt Me 262
Author: Robert Oehler
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2012-04-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1780966865

Developed from a 1938 design by Messerschmitt the Me 262 Schwalbe (Swallow) was the world's first operational turbojet aircraft. First seeing combat in July 1944, it proved to be particularly effective against the large Allied bomber formations that were operating over Germany late in the war and more than 1,400 were produced, though less than 300 saw combat. This book showcases six different builds of the Me 262 across the scales from 1/72 to 1/32, across a range of skill levels. It also includes a comprehensive list of all the available kits and aftermarket products.

Modelling a Fallschirmjäger Figure early Fallschirmjäger, 'Ready to jump' Operation Merkur, May 1941

Modelling a Fallschirmjäger Figure early Fallschirmjäger, 'Ready to jump' Operation Merkur, May 1941
Author: Jaume Ortiz Forns
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 24
Release: 2012-06-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1780969643

This is one of four guides addressing the subject of modelling a German Fallschirmjäger figure model. The major items of Fallschirmjäger uniform and equipment are covered, with an emphasis on specially designed paratrooper items. Clear step-by-step instructions allow the reader to recreate realistic figures in miniture scale with confidence and ease. Among the tutorials covered in this guide are face painting, creating complex camouflage patterns, weathering clothing, and figure conversion techniques, as well as vignette and diorama settings for your figures (creating groundwork and balancing composition). This title provides a detailed, step-by-step guide to modelling an early Fallschirmjäger, Operation Merkur, May 1941. It also provides a comprehensive list of available aftermarket products and kits of all scales. This guide forms part of Osprey Modelling 31 Modelling Fallschirmjäger Figures ebook.

Modelling a Sturmgeschütz III Sturmgeschütz IIIG early version (December 1942 production)

Modelling a Sturmgeschütz III Sturmgeschütz IIIG early version (December 1942 production)
Author: Gary Edmundson
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 39
Release: 2012-06-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1780969589

The Sturmgeschütz III proved to be one of the more significant German AFVs of World War II, with over 9,000 being produced up until April 1945. Originally designed in the late 1930s as a self-propelled infantry support gun, its role became more diverse throughout the war and it served as a tank hunter and in front-line Panzer companies. This title provides a detailed, step-by-step guide to modelling a 1/35-scale StuG III. It also provides a comprehensive list of available aftermarket products and kits of all scales. Key aspects such as finishing techniques, including painting and displaying your model are also covered. This guide forms part of Osprey Modelling 22 Modelling the Sturmgeschütz III ebook.

Modelling the Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A, F and G

Modelling the Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A, F and G
Author: Geoff Coughlin
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2012-04-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1780967241

The Focke-Wulf Fw 190 is regarded as one of the best fighters of World War II. Designed by Kurt Tank, it first saw combat in the summer of 1941 and went on to be produced in several variants. It remains a hugely popular subject for aviation scale-modellers. This book, the first of two to cover the Fw190, provides a detailed, step-by-step guide to modelling the Fw 190's A, F and G variants in 1/72, 1/48, and 1/32 scale. Key aspects such as creating mottled camouflage patterns, undercarriage and cockpit detailing, final weathering and finishing, and diorama bases to display your models are covered.

Modelling the Mitsubishi A6M Zero

Modelling the Mitsubishi A6M Zero
Author: Brian Criner
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2012-08-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1782001972

The A6M Rei Shiki Sento Ki (meaning Type Zero fighter) was the result of an order by the Imperial Japanese Navy for a low-wing monoplane with superior speed, range, climbing powers, and manoeuvrability. It famously served as a fighter escort during the attack on Pearl Harbor in December 1941, and ended the war as the kamikaze plane of choice. This book provides a detailed guide to modelling this popular aircraft across a variety of scales, and features an A6M2-N Rufe, a kamikaze A6M5c, an A6M2 model 21, and a captured A6M5b of TAIC #7, as well as a gallery and walkaround section.

Modelling the De Havilland Mosquito

Modelling the De Havilland Mosquito
Author: Roy Sutherland
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 160
Release: 2012-07-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1782001247

First entering service in 1941 the legendary 'all-wooden' Mosquito was one of the best twin-engined aircraft of its size to see action in World War II. The addition of radar turned the Mosquito into the RAF's premier night fighter, and it achieved great success in the defence of Britain, with some 600 raiders and 600 V1 rockets falling to its guns between 1942 and 1945. The design's superb performance, and ability to escape interception by enemy fighters also made the Mosquito the ideal choice for the RAF's photographic reconnaissance force. This wide range of roles across multiple theatres and air forces are all reflected in the variety of kits built and colour schemes shown throughout this book.

Modelling the Marder Self-Propelled Gun

Modelling the Marder Self-Propelled Gun
Author: Samuel Dwyer
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Total Pages: 84
Release: 2012-08-20
Genre: History
ISBN: 1782002618

The term Marder (meaning weasel) was the name given to this family of open-topped tank destroyers. Combining high mobility and heavy firepower, they saw significant combat action in several theatres, This book provides a detailed guide to modelling the Marder in 1/35 scale, and offers diverse challenges to modellers of all abilities. Conversions, interior detailing, kit bashing, adding aftermarket figures and parts, creating different finishes and weathering techniques are all covered in step-by-step visual detail.