{"product_id":"special-hobby-72542-junkers-ju-87d-1-3-stuka-combat-captured-1-72-model-kit","title":"Special Hobby 72542 Junkers Ju-87D-1\/3 Stuka “Combat \u0026 Captured” 1:72 Model Kit","description":"Junkers Ju-87D-1\/3 Stuka “Combat \u0026amp; Captured”\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Junkers Ju 87 Stuka was one of the most important dive bombers used by the Luftwaffe during World War II. As enemy air power increased and operational demands grew, the aircraft was progressively upgraded into the Ju 87D series, featuring aerodynamic refinements and a more powerful Junkers Jumo 211 engine.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Ju 87D-3 variant introduced a standard-span wing, while later versions such as the D-5 featured an extended wing design. The Ju 87D was widely deployed across multiple theatres including North Africa, the Mediterranean, and the Eastern Front. It was also operated by several Axis allies including Italy, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, and Slovakia.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nAs the war progressed, several captured Ju 87D aircraft were operated by Allied forces, including British and American units, demonstrating the aircraft’s continued utility even in enemy hands.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThis model kit is based on Academy tooling with additional conversion parts, photo-etched details, and 3D-printed components to accurately represent the Ju 87D-3 variant. It also includes multiple marking options for both Axis and captured aircraft.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDetailed model kit of the Junkers Ju 87D-1\/3 Stuka\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eBased on Ju 87G-1 Academy kit with conversion and correction parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes photo-etched detail parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes 3D-printed components (including siren propellers)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDecals for 4 aircraft schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eItalian aircraft operating in Southern Italy\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLuftwaffe winter camouflage Eastern Front variant\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCaptured aircraft operated by RAF No. 601 Squadron\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCaptured aircraft operated by USAAF in Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eLimited batch release with high-detail upgrades\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional accessories available: resin seats, masks, and crew figures\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54676690960721,"sku":"SH72542","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0865\/4992\/2129\/files\/imagetofollowfiller_8c0b42fd-f46b-4269-9993-7b042c14da32.jpg?v=1787584471","url":"https:\/\/www.jadlamracingmodels.com\/products\/special-hobby-72542-junkers-ju-87d-1-3-stuka-combat-captured-1-72-model-kit","provider":"Jadlam Toys \u0026 Models","version":"1.0","type":"link"}