{"product_id":"24722-special-hobby-72182-fiat-g56-quotprototype-with-db603-enginequot-172","title":"Special Hobby 72182 Fiat G.56 \"Prototype with DB603 Engine\" 1\/72","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eSpecial Hobby 72182 Fiat G.56 \"Prototype with DB603 Engine\" 1\/72 – plastic model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Special Hobby 72182 Fiat G.56 \"Prototype with DB603 Engine\" in 1\/72 scale is a unique model of a WWII fighter aircraft. It represents the Italian prototype fitted with the powerful German DB 603 engine—one of the best piston aircraft engines in history. This kit is an excellent choice for military aviation enthusiasts and modelers looking for unique modeling subjects.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical background of the Fiat G.56 model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Fiat G.56 was developed as an evolution of the popular Fiat G.55 Centauro fighter, mainly used by the Kingdom of Italy during World War II. The aircraft was based on frontline experience and as an experimental prototype utilized the German Daimler-Benz DB 603A engine, which provided exceptional maneuverability and top speed. The G.56 achieved excellent results in trials in 1944, but due to Italy’s deteriorating situation and limited access to German engines, it never entered mass production. It was used exclusively for test flights and as a platform to trial new engineering solutions during the final phase of WWII.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry of service: Italy (Kingdom of Italy), testing period 1944\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHistorical period: World War II\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic (styrene)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSet contents: parts for assembly, decals, clear assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eNot included: glue, paints – to be purchased separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdd-ons: high-resolution decals, good quality surface detailing\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho do we recommend the Special Hobby 72182 kit for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    This kit is recommended primarily for intermediate and advanced aircraft modelers who appreciate unusual subjects and historical accuracy. The Fiat G.56 is a rare item, perfect to complement collections of Italian aircraft, WWII fighters, and experimental planes. Enthusiasts of uncommon designs and precise detail reproduction will be particularly satisfied with this kit.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Assembly difficulty (scale 1-5): \u003cstrong\u003e3\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Special Hobby","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720377258318,"sku":"SH72182","price":16.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/a19e6c524f926ae53fdf5c99363937be.jpg?v=1755498365","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/24722-special-hobby-72182-fiat-g56-quotprototype-with-db603-enginequot-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}