Hobby Boss 80228 FW 190D-9 Late War 1:72 Scale Kit  [HB-80228]

Hobby Boss 80228 FW 190D-9 1:72 Scale Reference

The FW190D-9 first appeared in August 1944 and marks an important late-war update to the Focke-Wulf series. This variant was developed to meet a high-altitude fighter requirement while using the strong basic layout of the FW190A8. The red undersurfaces with white stripes were applied so ground-based flak crews could quickly identify friendly aircraft.

Display Appeal and Historical Context

This 1:72 representation from Hobby Boss captures the FW190D-9s character with precise panel lines and authentic markings. Its level of detail makes it a good fit for period dioramas or shelf displays, giving collectors a compact example of a high-altitude German fighter.

Assembly and Finishing Notes

Construction is moderately challenging and suits builders who have some kit experience. Careful painting and decal placement are needed to reproduce the striking undersurface scheme. Once finished, the model rewards patience with a faithful scale reproduction of the original aircraft.