Arma Hobby AH70007. PZL P.7a 1939, Expert Set. 1:72 Scale
PZL P.7a 1939. Expert Set. 1:72 Scale
AH70007 - Arma Hobby
The PZL P.7a is a Polish, single-engine, full-metal fighter with Puławski wings, a fixed landing gear and a classic tail from the Second World War. The drive was a Bristol Jupiter VII F engine with a power of 480HP. The flight of the prototype took place in October 1930, and serial production continued in 1932-1933, ending with the creation of 149 aircraft.
PZL P.7a was the first fighter in Polish aviation with an all-metal structure, at the time of its introduction it was also one of the most modern fighters in the world. At the outbreak of the war, 105 PZL P.7a were still in the line. Despite the mistakes made during operations, the PZL P.7a managed to achieve a dozen or so air victories.
After the defeat of Poland, some of the surviving planes were evacuated to Romania, which took them over. PZL P.7a served there until 1943.
Kit features:
Plastic model kit of fighter aircraft PZL P.7a. Expert set provides extra accessories for modellers who need something more than just quick built kit.
Contents:
- plastic parts
- photo etched parts to add minute details to your model
- wheels and canopy masks to make easier to paint it
- decals with markings of airplanes used in September 1939 campaign
Colour and Marking Options
During 1939 Campaign there were only three squadrons equipped with PZL P.7a aircraft. 123 Squadron was attached to Pursuit Brigade. Along with four P.11c squadrons that fought gallantly in defence of the Polish Capital - Warsaw. 151 and 162 Squadrons were attached to frontline units to support field operations.
- PZL P.7a, 123. Fighter Squadron from Cracow, in 1939 - Pursuit Brigade. Airplane of the 2nd lieutenant Erwin Kawnik (1 shared victory in September 1939)
- PZL P.7a, 151. Fighter Squadron from Wilno, in 1939 - “Narew” Independent Operational Group. Airplane of the 2nd lieutenant Zygmunt Kinel
- PZL P.7a, 162. Fighter Squadron from Lwów, in 1939 - “Łódź” Army.
- PZL P.7a, 162. Fighter Squadron from Lwów, in 1939 - “Łódź” Army. Airplane of the 2nd lieutenant Zdzisław Zadroziński (3 victories in September 1939)