AZ Model 1/72 Messerschmitt Bf-109G-1 'The First Gustav' # 74065
The Messerschmitt Bf-109G-1 marked the beginning of a new chapter in the evolution of Germany’s most iconic fighter.
Known as “The First Gustav,” this variant introduced a significant leap in performance and adaptability, setting the stage for the Bf-109G series to become the most produced version of the aircraft during World War II.
Powered by the Daimler-Benz DB 605A engine, the G-1 offered increased speed, climb rate, and high-altitude capability compared to earlier Friedrich models.
It also introduced a pressurized cockpit, specifically tailored for high-altitude operations—a feature that made the G-1 stand out among its early Gustav successors.
Armament included a central MG 151/20 mm cannon firing through the propeller hub and two 7.92 mm MG 17 machine guns, delivering formidable firepower in air-to-air engagements.
Deployed in 1942, the Bf-109G-1 saw combat on the Eastern Front and in Western Europe, where it met Allied bombers and fighters head-on.
Its rugged design and performance made it popular with experienced pilots, though the pressurization system proved complex and was dropped in later models.
This kit captures the distinctive look of the early Gustav, with options for high-altitude configurations, early Luftwaffe camouflage schemes, and finely detailed cockpit and fuselage components.
A must-have for modelers interested in the origins of the legendary G-series and the technological advancements of mid-war German aviation.


| SKU | AZM74065 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | AZ Model |
| Scale | 1/72 |
| EAN | 4589913203617 |
| Short Description | AZ Model 1/72 Messerschmitt Bf-109G-1 'The First Gustav' # 74065 |
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