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Eduard 1/48 BF-109 K-4 Kurfurst
Eduard 1/48 BF-109 K-4 Kurfurst
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The Bf 109K was the last operational variant and the last in the evolutionary line, created to simplify production and maintenance and address design flaws. Production started in Aug. 1944 and the K-4 model was the only one mass-produced. The K series had changes such as new radio equipment, relocated parts, smaller wheel well doors, and an improved aileron system. It was armed with one engine-mounted cannon and two nose guns, with various equipment kits available. The power of the Daimler-Benz DB 605 engine was enhanced by methanol-water or high octane fuel. Deliveries began in mid-Oct. 1944 and 1593 were produced by Mar. 1945, with plans to equip all Bf 109 units with this version. With its maximum speed of 710 km/h, the Bf 109 K-4 was the fastest 109 of the war. However, the deteriorating quality of Luftwaffe pilots meant that the strengths
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