Cox Ju87d STUKA Control Line

History:
The German STUKA dive-bomber, also known as the "Black Knight," became famous during WWII for its pinpoint bombing accuracy and excellent ground support capabilities. It created havoc and instilled terror in its victims with a distinctive siren that blasted during its dive-bombing approach. The STUKA was one of the most feared aircraft during the early years of WWII. Later in the war, it took on the role of a tank buster and was once again feared—this time by American and British tank crews.

COX Stuka Plane:
My Ju87D Stuka control line model plane is the black version produced by COX, issued between 1974 and 1980 under order number 6400. This particular unit is from 1977, as indicated by the box (dated 1977) and the instruction manual (dated 1976). The Stuka is one of the more sought-after planes produced by COX. This version features landing gear bolted onto the wings, rubber tires, and a side-mounted .049 engine. It has never been flown or fueled and comes complete with the original owner’s flight manual and more. Reportedly, this kit was used only for display purposes.

I’m very happy to own this fine model plane again, as it’s the same version I tried to fly alone in a grassy field as a very young kid, sometime around 1976 or 1977. I lost my original Stuka when the family moved.


This Stuka version includes the following features:
- A functional bomb drop mechanism,
- An opening canopy,
- A swiveling machine gun,
- A visible fuel gauge.