| Airfix Model Kit Arado Ar196 - Airfix A02019
The Arado Ar.196 was the most commonly used German seaplane of the
Second World War. Employed primarily as a costal reconnaissance
aircraft, it later served as an anti-submarine aircraft and convoy
escort. Deployed aboard the German Navy's most famous battleships, the
196 was often the eyes of the German fleet. Used during the Bismarck
engangement as well as by the ill-fated Graf Spee, the Arado came to
symbolise the German Navy's reconnaissance capabilities.
The Bismarck was equipped with four Arado Ar196 aircraft for
reconnaissance, patrol missions, and artillery spotting. The aircraft
were launched on a catapult that could be extended beyond the ship's
sides. After completing a mission, the aircraft landed on the water and
was then lifted aboard by one of the big 12-ton cranes.
Speed: 199mph
Wingspan: 12.43m
Length 10.95m
Armament: 2 x 20mm cannons, 3 x 7.9mm machine guns, 2 x 110lb bombs
Warning! Not suitable for children under 36 months. Choking Hazard,
contains small parts. Please retain these details for future reference.
Specification
Model Scale
1:72
Number of Parts
43
Dimensions (mm)
L152 x W173
Requires Painting
Yes
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and
accessories is the
suggestion of the
manufacturer,
and these are available from our shop at normal prices
(with discounted postage if bought together.)
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