Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8
Recreate one of the Luftwaffe’s most recognisable late-war fighters with this detailed Focke-Wulf Fw 190 A-8 model. Introduced during 1944, the A-8 was the most numerous production version of the radial-engined Fw 190 A series and served across several European fronts during the final phase of World War II.
Historical Role
The Fw 190 A-8 was employed primarily as a single-seat Jagdflugzeug for interception, air superiority and bomber defence. Its powerful armament made it particularly effective against Allied bomber formations, while field modifications allowed some aircraft to undertake ground-attack and fighter-bomber duties. A-8s equipped numerous Luftwaffe fighter units during the increasingly defensive air battles over Germany and occupied Europe.
Distinctive Appearance
The aircraft is instantly recognisable by its broad-chord radial-engine cowling, wide-track inward-retracting undercarriage, compact fuselage and angular tail surfaces. Its low-mounted wings, framed canopy and heavy wing armament give the Fw 190 A-8 a purposeful, muscular profile. These features distinguish it clearly from the more slender, inline-engined fighters commonly operated alongside it.
Variant Differences
Developed from the Fw 190 A-7, the A-8 retained the later series’ two fuselage-mounted MG 131 machine guns and four wing-mounted MG 151/20 cannon. It incorporated additional internal fuel capacity, while the under-fuselage equipment rack was repositioned forward to maintain balance. A wingtip-mounted pitot tube is another useful visual recognition feature. These changes improved range and operational flexibility without replacing the proven basic airframe.
Modelling Uses
This model is ideal for Luftwaffe airfield dioramas, dispersal scenes, maintenance displays and late-war aviation collections. The smaller scales complement model railways and large wargaming displays, while the larger versions provide a strong centrepiece for painters and collectors.
Fun Fact
The Fw 190 was widely known as the “Würger,” a German name for the shrike—a small predatory bird noted for its formidable hunting behaviour.
Available Scales
1:87, 1:76, 1:72, 1:48 and 1:35.
Finish Options
Cleaned Resin Grey, Grey Primed - Ready for Painting, and Historical Base Colour.
Very small details may vary slightly depending on the scale selected.
