Step 40/140: Starboard underwater hull extended with a new segment as the hull begins tapering again, forming the gradual transition toward the stern.

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Step 39/140: A fifth Ju 87 is assembled with bombs and landing gear, while two hull brackets are added, likely supporting the future flight deck.

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Step 38/140: A keel section was added to strengthen hull stability. Due to different upper hull openings, the port and starboard structures are asymmetrical.

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Step 37/140:The starboard hull was sealed with a glued internal cover, followed by installation and testing of the green navigation light.

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Step 36/140:Upper hull segment added; work reaches widest section, making screw fastening easier than in the cramped bow.

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Step 35/140: Continue starboard hull assembly; only two screws needed, but tight space makes installation tricky. Ship now weighs over 2 kg.

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Step 34/140: This time, a photo-etched railing and an internal cover for several hull openings are added. A LED is also installed, which will serve as the port-side navigation light.

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Step 33/140: Another port-side hull section is installed, bringing the model to ~70 cm (half length). Missing starboard parts allowed easy access and assembly..

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Step 32/140: Hull extension begins after installing the forward guns. A new underwater section is added on the port side, nearly doubling the model’s hull length.

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