{"product_id":"miniart-1-35-focke-wulf-fw-c-30a-heuschrecke-late-prod-plastic-model-kit","title":"MiniArt 1\/35 Focke-Wulf FW C.30A Heuschrecke. Late Prod Plastic Model Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Focke-Wulf Fw C.30a Heuschrecke was an unconventional aircraft designed to serve as both a reconnaissance and artillery spotting platform.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIt was developed by the Focke-Wulf aircraft company under the leadership of Heinrich Focke in the late 1930s.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eKey features and characteristics of the Fw C.30a Heuschrecke include: Biplane Configuration: The Heuschrecke had a biplane design, with a smaller upper wing and a larger lower wing.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThis configuration provided stability and allowed for slow, low-altitude flight.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eModular Design: One of the most distinctive features of the Heuschrecke was its modular design.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe aircraft could be disassembled and transported on a trailer, making it mobile and easy to deploy to different locations.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eArtillery Spotting: The primary purpose of the Heuschrecke was to serve as an artillery observation platform.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIt featured an open cockpit for the observer, who could provide real-time target information to artillery units on the ground.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eVersatility: The modular design allowed for different configurations, including reconnaissance and liaison roles.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIt could carry various camera systems and equipment for its missions.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eLimited Production: Despite its innovative design, only a small number of Heuschrecke aircraft were built, and they saw limited operational use during World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe war's evolving demands and the development of more specialized aircraft led to the discontinuation of the Heuschrecke program.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eThe Focke-Wulf Fw C.30a Heuschrecke remains a notable example of the experimental and innovative aviation projects undertaken during World War II.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003cp\u003eIts unique design and intended role as a mobile artillery spotter highlight the creative thinking that emerged in the quest for unconventional solutions to wartime challenges.\u003c\/p\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e   \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/35\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e  \u003ch3\u003eFull Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e   \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSKU\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMIN41018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e   \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiniArt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e   \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEAN\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4820183313324\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e   \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShort Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMiniart 1\/35 Focke-Wulf Fw C.30a Heuschrecke. Late Production Version # 41018\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"MiniArt","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48490145874141,"sku":"MA41018","price":69.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0504\/0708\/0110\/files\/MA41018.jpg?v=1788369638","url":"https:\/\/ultimatehobbies.com.au\/products\/miniart-1-35-focke-wulf-fw-c-30a-heuschrecke-late-prod-plastic-model-kit","provider":"Ultimate Hobbies Site","version":"1.0","type":"link"}