Description
The first Albatros-built D.VII was absolutely similar to the version built earlier by the Fokker Company, and only the presence of the letters Alb (Albatros) just after the serial number signified a difference in the machines. After some crashes in the air, connected with the ammunition catching fire, pilots began to be afraid of the new plane. Some experienced pilots were still flying on D.VII, but without cowling panels (for best ventilation of engine and ammunition); Carl Degelow from Jasta 40 even deleted the upper panel for maximum ventilation.
Please see the paint guide below for the manufacturer’s recommended colors. Roden recommends Humbrol paints for this kit, and you can find the full line by clicking here.
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Product Details:
Scale: 1/48
Skill Level: 3
- Molded in high quality plastic
- Illustrated instructions
- Includes decals for three versions:
- Fokker D.VII (Alb) late, w/n unknown, flown by Oblt. Robert von Greim, Jasta 34b CO, Masnieres, September 1918.
- Fokker D.VII (Alb) late, w/n unknown, flown by Ltn. Frodien, Jasta 40, mid 1918.
- Fokker D.VII (Alb) late, w/n unknown, flown by Ltn. Willi Rosenstein, Jasta 40, mid 1918.
*Cement is recommended for polystyrene plastic*
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Paint Guide:
Matte Dark Grey
Matte Black
Matte White
Gunmetal
Aluminum
Matte Scarlet
Matte Grass Green
Matte Steel Grey
Matte Natural Wood
Matte Rust
Red Leather
Light Grey
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