Special Hobby 72470 - 1:72 Junkers Ju 87D-3 Stuka Stuka Experten

Special Hobby 72470 – 1:72 Junkers Ju 87D-3 Stuka “Stuka Experten”

This 1:72 scale plastic kit by Special Hobby depicts the Junkers Ju 87D-3 “Stuka” dive bomber flown by experienced Luftwaffe crews on the Eastern Front during 1942–1943. The D-3 version featured upgraded armor and payload options, making it more suitable for intense ground attack missions.

• Accurate injection-moulded parts with crisp surface detail
• Includes bombs, drop tanks, and 20 mm cannon armament
• Decals for several Luftwaffe aircraft from Eastern Front squadrons
• Detailed cockpit for pilot and rear gunner

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 15.5 cm
• Manufacturer: Special Hobby
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: This kit does not include glue, paints or tools. Model assembly required.

Model building process:

The kit includes optional weapons and external equipment to recreate the Ju 87D-3 in its battlefield configuration. Recommended for modellers with some experience looking to depict an Eastern Front Luftwaffe aircraft with historical accuracy.

Tools and materials needed:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Paintbrushes
• Plastic cement
• Paints according to the instructions

About the Junkers Ju 87D-3 Stuka:

The Ju 87 “Stuka” was one of WWII’s most iconic dive bombers. The D-3 variant, introduced in 1942, featured reinforced armor, improved wing structure, and the ability to carry more fuel and heavier bombs. It was heavily used in anti-tank and close air support roles on the Eastern Front, often flown by veteran pilots like Hans-Ulrich Rudel, the most decorated German airman of the war.

Real aircraft data:

• Length: 11.5 m
• Wingspan: 13.8 m
• Engine: 1 × Junkers Jumo 211J, 1420 hp
• Top speed: approx. 410 km/h
• Armament: 2 × 20 mm cannon, 2 × 7.92 mm MGs, up to 1400 kg bombs

About Special Hobby:

Special Hobby is a Czech plastic model kit brand known for producing unique, historically accurate subjects. Their kits, including lesser-known WWII variants like the Ju 87D-3 “Stuka Experten,” are designed for model enthusiasts seeking realism and variety.