With the Luftwaffe committed to the North African campaign in 1941/ 42, "tropicalized" versions of the reconnaisance Bf 109E-4, -5, and bomb carrying -7 were introduced, with the suffix "/Trop." These modifications for the desert warfare included filters over the air intakes and a desert survival kit. No of parts: 60, Dimensions: L 120 x W 137. Skill Level: 1. Requires painting. Age: 8+ years. Part of the Airfix Kitset Collection.