Original U.S. WWII Italian German Heinkel 111 Focke Wolf 200K Savoia-Marchetti 82 Trainer Recognition Model Airplane Lot by Cruver - Dated 1942

Original Item: Only One Available. During World War Two there was a mass of teaching materials used by the armed forces to train gunners and aircrew in the identification of aircraft, ships and ground vehicles. The ability of servicemen to identify "friend or foe" in an instant was crucial to combat survival and the subject of recognition was taught in just about every World War II service school. These “recognition models” (also known as “ID” or “spotter” models) were seen as critical to the war effort. Some were detailed for use in educational films or for marking identification, but many were simply painted black to simulate a silhouette. These helped familiarize observers with the outlines of planes from all possible angles. Trained spotters were important to the war effort and to aid them 1:72 scale plastic models were made. The manufacturers Cruver and Design Center for airplane models are well known as being the primary providers of almost all production models in plastic.

Cruver produced these beautiful, original (cellulose acetate) Italian Savoia-Marchetti 82, German Heinkel 111 model. It is offered in great condition with no distortion or deterioration. Underbody designation of the three read:

ITALIAN SAVOIA MARCHETTI 82
CRUVER CIRCLE C LOGO
9-42

GERMAN HEINKEL 111
CRUVER CIRCLE C LOGO
9-42

GERMAN FOCKE WULF 200K

The models measures 12 x 15½”, 9 x 12”, and 13 x 18”. The model is in good shape overall but some pieces may be missing. A great piece, ready for further research and display.