Miniart 1/48 Junkers-Larsen JL.6 # 48007

SKU

MIN48007

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1/48 Aircraft

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The Junkers-Larsen JL.6 was an American-built version of the revolutionary German Junkers F 13, produced under license in the early 1920s.

Assembled by the Junkers-Larsen Aircraft Corporation, the JL.6 was one of the first all-metal, low-wing monoplanes to see commercial use in the United States.

Constructed primarily of duralumin, the JL.6 featured a corrugated metal skin that gave it exceptional durability and weather resistance compared to the wood-and-fabric aircraft of its era.

Powered by a Liberty L-12 engine, it offered a combination of reliability and performance that was well-suited for mail delivery and early commercial aviation routes.

Though only a handful were built, the JL.6 played a significant role in demonstrating the viability of all-metal aircraft in North America.

It helped lay the foundation for the future of commercial aviation, bridging German engineering innovation with American enterprise.

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SKU	MIN48007
Manufacturer	MiniArt
Scale	1/48
EAN	Does Not Apply
Short Description	This 1/48 scale plastic model kit recreates the historic Junkers-Larsen JL-6 aircraft, featuring its distinctive corrugated metal surface. The kit combines injection-molded plastic with enhanced detailing features for an authentic build experience. • Corrugated surface reproducing the JL-6’s unique metal construction • Highly detailed engine & interior compartment • Photo-etched parts included for refined surface details • Clear plastic components • Positionable hatches (open/closed assembly options) • Decal sheet with 4 marking variants for customization