1/48 - Macchi C.202 Folgore Exhausts (fits Hasegawa kits) 
$4.95 (US Funds) · $5.95 (CDN Funds) each

Like most modellers, I have a fascination with the Me-109.  This fascination includes the various versions of the 109 and planes that used the DB-601 engine as well as licence built versions of this beautifully engineered German engine.  The Macchi C.202 Folgore used a licence built version of the DB-601 engine that was was built under licence by Alfa Romeo.  This engine and the design of the Macchi C.202 Folgore made it the best wartime fighter to serve in large numbers with the Regia Aeronautica.  It served in Libya in late 1941and also took part in action against Malta and Allied convoys in the Mediterranean and in September 1942, was deployed in some numbers on the Eastern Front. It played a significant role in the defence of Sicily and southern Italy against bombing attacks launched by the USAF, but were less effective as attrition had reduced the total number available.

This is one of the latest products from Ultracast.  This set includes 2 resin exhaust pieces.  The resin casting is the typical excellent Ultracast quality.  The detail is crisp and very well done.  How Ultracast can create tiny square hole exhaust tubes out of resin is beyond my full understanding....but I know these will be a must for folks building their next 1/48 Macchi C.202 Folgore.

Steve Bamford