Miniart 48035 - 1:48 Focke Wulf Fw 190D-9 Early Prod. JG 54 Grunherz

Plastic model kit of the Focke Wulf Fw 190D-9 Early Production JG 54 “Grünherz” in 1:48 scale

MiniArt 48035 is a detailed model kit of the German Focke Wulf Fw 190D-9 Early Production fighter aircraft in 1:48 scale, representing an aircraft operated by Jagdgeschwader 54 “Grünherz.” The D-9 variant was a major development of the famous Fw 190 series and featured an extended fuselage together with the powerful Junkers Jumo 213 inline engine, significantly improving high-altitude performance against Allied bombers and escort fighters.

Inside the box:

• 1:48 scale plastic aircraft model kit
• Accurate early production Fw 190D-9 version
• Detailed aircraft surface features
• Cockpit and landing gear details
• Decal sheet for 2 JG 54 “Grünherz” marking options
• Assembly instructions

Model technical details:

• Scale: 1:48
• Wingspan: approx. 22.0 cm
• Model length: approx. 21.2 cm
• Manufacturer: MiniArt
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: This kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools. Assembly and painting are required.

Model assembly

The kit has been designed to accurately reproduce the distinctive features of early production Fw 190D-9 aircraft. It includes finely engraved panel lines together with detailed cockpit and landing gear components. The engineering of the model allows builders to achieve an impressive late-war Luftwaffe aircraft appearance while maintaining a clean and accessible assembly process.

Essential tools

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic model glue
• Paint set for finishing the model

Technical data of the original aircraft:

• Wingspan: 10.51 m
• Length: 10.19 m
• Engine: Junkers Jumo 213A
• Maximum speed: approx. 685 km/h
• Armament: 2 × 20 mm MG 151/20 cannons and 2 × 13 mm MG 131 machine guns

About the Focke Wulf Fw 190D-9:

The Fw 190D-9, commonly known as the “Dora,” was one of the most important late-war versions of the German Focke Wulf Fw 190 fighter. The installation of a powerful inline engine greatly improved the aircraft’s high-altitude performance, making it more effective against Allied bomber formations. Aircraft of this type served in several elite Luftwaffe units, including Jagdgeschwader 54 “Grünherz.” Their distinctive late-war camouflage patterns and markings make them especially popular subjects among aviation modelers.

About MiniArt:

MiniArt is a respected manufacturer of highly detailed plastic model kits covering military vehicles, aircraft, figures, and diorama accessories. The company is recognized for its excellent detail quality, realistic historical subjects, and extensive range of World War II models.