Ju 88 WWII USAAF/RAF Bomber Scale 1:48 ICM48227 Plastic Model Aircraft Kit

Junkers Ju 88A-5/A-4 in 1/48 scale is a plastic model kit by ICM representing one of the most widely used German twin-engine aircraft of the World War II period. This kit depicts the Ju 88 in aircraft captured and evaluated by Allied forces, including examples operated by the RAF and the USAAF during wartime testing and training programs.

The Ju 88 was originally developed in Germany as a fast medium bomber but evolved into a versatile aircraft platform used in several operational roles. Allied air forces occasionally captured intact aircraft and operated them for evaluation, technical analysis, and familiarization training. These aircraft were typically repainted with Allied markings and flown by specialized units.

Junkers Ju 88A-5/A-4 - World War II Twin-Engine Aircraft

The Ju 88A series formed the backbone of early and mid-war German bomber aviation. The A-5 version represented a transitional variant with extended wings and improved performance, while the later A-4 introduced stronger structure and enhanced equipment. Captured aircraft allowed Allied engineers and pilots to study German aviation technology and flight characteristics in detail.

For modelers: Twin-engine aircraft such as the Ju 88 benefit from careful alignment of the engine nacelles and landing gear assemblies during construction. Many builders prefer to assemble and paint cockpit sections and interior components before closing the fuselage, while large wings and clear canopy sections may be easier to paint separately before final assembly.

Kit Contents

• Plastic sprues with model parts
• Clear parts
• Decal sheet
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Included marking options

• Ju 88A-5 HM509, No. 1426 (Enemy Aircraft) Flight RAF, Collyweston, 1942
• Ju 88A-4, 86th Fighter Squadron USAAF, Foggia, October 1943

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/48
• Model (SKU): ICM48227
• Type: Aircraft Model Kit
• Subject: Junkers Ju 88A-5/A-4
• Role: Twin-engine aircraft
• Subject country: Germany
• Period: World War II
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.

This plastic model kit by ICM belongs to the aircraft model kits category and is presented in 1/48 scale aircraft model kits.

FAQ

Why are RAF and USAAF markings included for a German aircraft?

Several Ju 88 aircraft were captured by Allied forces and operated for evaluation and training purposes. These aircraft were repainted with Allied markings and flown by test and technical units.