{"product_id":"1-32-hasegawa-messerschmitt-bf109g-2-trop-marseille","title":"Hasegawa 1\/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109G-2 Trop \"Marseille\" Plastic Model Kit","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"123\" data-end=\"508\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eBuild the aircraft of one of World War II's most legendary fighter aces with the \u003cstrong data-start=\"204\" data-end=\"262\"\u003eHasegawa 1\/32 Messerschmitt Bf 109G-2 Trop \"Marseille\"\u003c\/strong\u003e plastic model kit. This beautifully detailed limited-edition release depicts the tropicalized Bf 109G-2 flown in the North African campaign and honors the famous Luftwaffe ace \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eHans-Joachim Marseille\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, known as the \"Star of Africa.\"\u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"510\" data-end=\"849\"\u003eHasegawa's 1\/32 scale kit features exceptional molding quality, finely engraved panel lines, a detailed cockpit, and an accurate representation of the Bf 109G-2\/Trop equipped for desert operations. Designed for experienced aircraft modelers, this kit offers an outstanding foundation for advanced painting, weathering, and super-detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"851\" data-end=\"1221\"\u003eWhether displayed as a tribute to one of history's greatest fighter pilots or as part of a World War II aircraft collection, this impressive Messerschmitt is sure to become the centerpiece of any display. This limited-edition release was introduced in 2011 and is now out of production, making it especially appealing to collectors. \u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1223\" data-end=\"1226\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"u0ybrq\" data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o49m0d\" data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1290\"\u003eHighly detailed 1\/32 scale plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16ej9uw\" data-start=\"1291\" data-end=\"1328\"\u003eLimited-edition \"Marseille\" release\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"u67w0m\" data-start=\"1329\" data-end=\"1384\"\u003eAuthentic Messerschmitt Bf 109G-2\/Trop desert fighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"rq1npx\" data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1433\"\u003eFinely engraved panel lines and surface detail\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"cbxhak\" data-start=\"1434\" data-end=\"1469\"\u003eDetailed cockpit and landing gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1dgocva\" data-start=\"1470\" data-end=\"1522\"\u003eTropical air filter and North Africa configuration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1rksj16\" data-start=\"1523\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003eIncludes decals for Hans-Joachim Marseille's aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1i69xa1\" data-start=\"1579\" data-end=\"1627\"\u003eExcellent platform for painting and weathering\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"hj03cv\" data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1647\"\u003eAssembly required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"17ub95d\" data-start=\"1648\" data-end=\"1682\"\u003ePaint and cement sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1684\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1xemshg\" data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1712\"\u003eHistorical Background\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1714\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1750\"\u003eMesserschmitt Bf 109G-2\/Trop\u003c\/strong\u003e was a tropicalized version of Germany's famous Bf 109 fighter, modified with a dust filter and equipment for service in the harsh conditions of North Africa. One of its most celebrated pilots was Hans-Joachim Marseille, whose remarkable flying skill earned him 158 aerial victories, the majority achieved while serving with Jagdgeschwader 27 in the North African campaign. Nicknamed the \"Star of Africa,\" Marseille became one of the Luftwaffe's most respected fighter aces and remains one of the most famous aviators of World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hasegawa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51328510722354,"sku":"HSG08219","price":42.75,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0984\/3310\/6226\/files\/130702-10189-pristine.jpg?v=1783544903","url":"https:\/\/battlebornhobby.com\/products\/1-32-hasegawa-messerschmitt-bf109g-2-trop-marseille","provider":"Battle Born Hobby","version":"1.0","type":"link"}