Junkers Ju 290A-5 Seeadler

Description

Scale : 1/72
Level : Advanced

Theme : Military plane – WW2

The Junkers Ju 290 was one of the largest and most capable German aircraft of the Second World War. Developed from the civilian Junkers Ju 90 airliner, it was adapted for military use and became an important long-range maritime reconnaissance aircraft of the Luftwaffe.

The Ju 290A-5 and Ju 290A-7 variants, known as the “Seeadler” (“Sea Eagle”), were primarily employed over the Atlantic Ocean. Their mission was to locate Allied convoys and relay their positions to German U-boats operating during the Battle of the Atlantic. Thanks to their exceptional range and strong defensive armament, these aircraft became highly valuable assets in Germany's maritime warfare strategy.

This Revell reissue brings back a highly sought-after kit that has been unavailable for many years. Once completed, the model features an impressive wingspan of almost 58 cm and a length approaching 40 cm, accurately reflecting the imposing dimensions of the original aircraft.

The kit includes a detailed interior and offers the option of displaying the defensive gun turrets in either open or closed positions. Its size, presence and level of detail make it a standout addition to any collection of Second World War aircraft.

Designed for experienced modellers, this large-scale project offers an impressive display piece representing one of the most significant German long-range maritime reconnaissance aircraft of the war.

Kit content

• 1/72 scale Junkers Ju 290A-5/7 “Seeadler” plastic model kit
• Detailed interior
• Optional gun turret configuration
• Parts allowing the construction of : Ju 290A-5, Ju 290A-7
• Decal sheet
• Illustrated multilingual assembly instructions

Specifications:

• Approximate wingspan: 57.8 cm
• Approximate length: 39.8 cm

Glue and paints not included