COPPERSTATE CSM32014 1/32 Nieuport XI Late - French WW.I Fighter

The Nieuport 11 Late Version represents the evolution of Allied fighter aircraft in response to the demands of combat during World War I. Featuring shortened cockpit side panels, this variant included larger hatches, enhancing maintenance access while maintaining the aircraft’s streamlined design.

Retaining the 80-horsepower Le Rhône rotary engine, the late version of the Nieuport 11 maintained impressive speed, reaching around 175 km/h. Its lightweight structure and superior maneuverability allowed pilots to engage effectively in dogfights against the Fokker Eindecker and its successors. The Nieuport 11 played a crucial role in the Allies' efforts to regain air superiority, marking a significant step in the development of fighter aircraft.