Focke Wulf Fw 190 Vol I

Kagero has been turning out some very interesting and well-researched monographs on many subjects. In this release, Kagero begins its coverage of the Focke Wulf Fw 190 as this is Volume One of a four-part series. The other three volumes are reviewed in:

• Focke Wulf Fw 190 Volume II
• Focke Wulf Fw 190 Volume III
• Focke Wulf Fw 190 Volume IV

Published in both Polish and English, the author walks the reader through the development and production of the aircraft.

The coverage includes:

• Introduction
• Versions
• Painting & Markings
• Serial Numbers

In addition to the developmental history of the aircraft, the title contains quite a few line drawings of the various versions of the Fw 190A/F/G/S in both 1/48 and 1/72 scale. Coverage of this part ends with some excellent color profiles of the Fw 190A series.

A sheet of Techmod decals is also provided with the markings from selected color profiles in both 1/72 and 1/48 scale. These include:

• Fw 190A-4, 6./JG 1, Yellow 10, Apr 1943
• Fw 190A-7/R6, JGr 10, Red 8, 1944
• Fw 190A-8, JGr 10, Red 11, 1944
• Fw 190A-8/R2, 12./JG 3, Yellow 17, May 1944

You'll definitely want to add this title to your reference library. You can find Kagero books at your favorite hobby retailer or directly through Squadron Mail Order.

I purchased my copy from Squadron Mail Order.