ICM Gotha Go 244B-2, WWII German Transport Aircraft

Description

Difficulties encountered in the use of cargo gliders and a shortage of aircraft to tow them led to the creation of a motorised version of the Go 242, the Go 244 transport aircraft. These medium-sized transport aircraft were converted Gotha Go 242 airframes of various modifications. Aircraft engines were installed in front of the tail beams, fuel tanks were mounted inside the aircraft, and the cockpit was equipped with the necessary equipment and instruments for flight.

The aircraft engines were most often powered by trophy French Gnome-Rhone 14M engines. Defensive armament consisted of MG 15 or MG 81Z 7.9 mm machine guns. The Go 244B-2 modification was based on the Go 242B-2 airframe and, like the airframe, featured an original landing gear with oil shock absorbers. The Go 244 was in service with several Luftwaffe transport squadrons based in Greece and other countries. Later, these aircraft were used in flight schools and training centres.

Key Features

• Model kit of the original military medium transport aircraft based on a transport glider
• Detailed plating of the plumage, wings and fuselage
• Includes pilot’s instrument panel, MG 15 machine guns, soldier’s seat, and rear machine gun emplacements
• Decals included for two marking options

Markings Available

• Gotha Go 244В-2, 106 Special Purpose Battle Groups (KGr. z.b.V. 106), Kirovohrad, 1942
• Gotha Go 244B-2, probably Hagenow, Germany, 1942

Model Information

• Scale: 1:48
• Number of Parts: 266 pieces
• Length: 332 mm
• Width: 513 mm
• Includes detailed assembly instructions
• Highly detailed sprues with high accuracy made from quality plastic
• Box size: 410 x 260 x 55 mm