RS Models 92312 - 1:72 Dewoitine D-520 France 1940

Plastic model kit of the Dewoitine D.520 French fighter from 1940

RS Models 92312 is a 1:72 scale model kit of the French Dewoitine D.520 fighter aircraft, representing machines used during the 1940 campaign. The kit allows modelers to recreate one of the most advanced fighters of the French Air Force at the beginning of World War II.

• Dewoitine D.520 aircraft model
• Markings: France 1940
• Historical marking options

Model technical data:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 12 cm
• Manufacturer: RS Models
• Skill level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints or modeling tools. The model requires assembly.

Assembly:

The model requires assembly from plastic parts. Construction includes the cockpit, fuselage, wings and landing gear. After assembly, the model should be painted and finished using decals according to the chosen variant.

Required tools:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic cement
• Paint set
• Optional cyanoacrylate glue (for metal or resin parts)

About the Dewoitine D.520:

The Dewoitine D.520 was one of the most advanced French fighters at the outbreak of World War II. It featured good speed, a modern design, and armament consisting of a 20 mm cannon firing through the propeller hub and machine guns in the wings.

During the 1940 campaign, the D.520 was among the few French aircraft capable of effectively engaging German fighters. After the fall of France, it continued to serve with Vichy forces and other air forces.

Original technical data:

• Length: approx. 8.75 m
• Wingspan: approx. 10.2 m
• Engine: Hispano-Suiza 12Y
• Armament: 1 × 20 mm cannon + 4 × 7.5 mm machine guns

About the manufacturer:

RS Models specializes in aircraft kits, often focusing on less common or niche subjects. Their products allow modelers to build unique and historically interesting aircraft rarely seen in mainstream offerings.