Italeri 2701S Henschel HS 126 A-1/B-1 Collector Kit 1/48  [IT-2701S]

What the Henschel HS 126 A-1/B-1 Kit Includes

The Italeri 2701S 1/48 kit represents the Henschel HS 126 A-1/B-1 with attention to its high-mounted wing, the sizeable three-blade propeller and fixed landing gear arrangement. The components are presented to make the aircrafts form easy to assemble and paint.

Historical Snapshot

From its 1937 introduction the HS 126 ran on an 850hp Bramo 323 radial engine and served mainly in reconnaissance roles, equipped with two cameras and light armament. It saw early war service and operations with the Condor Legion despite being overtaken by faster types.

Suitability and Finish

Model builders will find the Italeri 2701S gives scope for neat finishing and detailing. The kit lends itself to period weathering and offers a solid base for mod enhancements and display projects.