FOCKE WULF FW200 C-3 "CONDOR" 1942

Description

The Focke-Wulf Fw 200 Condor, also known as "Kurier" to the Allies was a German all-metal four-engine monoplane originally developed by Focke-Wulf as a long-range airliner. A Japanese request for a long-range maritime patrol aircraft led to military versions that saw service with the Luftwaffe as long-range reconnaissance and anti-shipping/maritime patrol bomber aircraft. The Luftwaffe also made extensive use of the Fw 200 as a transport. It achieved some success as a commerce raider before the advent of long-range RAF Coastal Command aircraft and CAM ships eliminated its threat. The C-3 version was structurally strengthened, fitted with Bramo 323 R-2 radial engines. (Scale : 1/72e)