Fly 72049 Fiat G.50 bis/AS 1/72 – Plastic model of an Italian WWII fighter

The Fly 72049 Fiat G.50 bis/AS 1/72 is a high-quality plastic model kit that accurately depicts the Italian fighter aircraft Fiat G.50 bis/AS from World War II. This product is designed for advanced modelers who value historical accuracy and the possibility of a realistic display of an aircraft model in 1/72 scale.

Fiat G.50 bis/AS – History and Usage

The Fiat G.50 was the first Italian single-seat all-metal fighter, introduced into service between 1937 and 1943 by the Regia Aeronautica (Royal Italian Air Force). The bis/AS version, meaning "Africa Settentrionale," was specially adapted for combat operations on the North African front. This aircraft was mainly used during intense battles in North Africa, supporting Axis forces between 1940 and 1943. A key feature of the bis/AS variant was its increased fuel tank capacity and modifications for operating in harsh desert conditions.

Box Contents and Specification

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for aircraft model collections or World War II dioramas
• User country: Italy
• Historical period: World War II (1940-1943)
• Material: high-quality injection-molded plastic
• The kit includes special decals to recreate various markings of the G.50 bis/AS version
• Detailed graphic and text assembly instructions
• Glue and paints are not included
• Category: plastic model kit

Review and Recommendation

We especially recommend the Fly 72049 Fiat G.50 bis/AS 1/72 to intermediate and advanced modelers looking for unique Italian combat aircraft models from World War II. Thanks to its faithful detailing and a variety of painting options, this model is an excellent choice for expanding a military collection or creating a realistic North African front diorama. We rate the building difficulty at 3/5 – it requires some skill, but it is not excessively complicated thanks to clear instructions and well-designed parts. This Fly kit is an excellent proposition for aviation history enthusiasts, reenactors, and fans of Italian military technology.