This monograph describes the La-5 - Soviet single-engine single-seat fighter from World War II. The plane was developed in the S.A. design office. The Lavochkin was a development version and successor of the LaGG-3, a wooden low wing with an inline engine. It was one of the best fighter planes in Soviet aviation and the first to compete on an equal footing with the German Messerschmitt Bf 109.

"...a truly nifty piece of reference work, and one that will surely be of interest to any aviation enthusiast/modeler that has a passion for the very interesting La-5 aircraft."

"Kagero books have always provided a nice selection of full color profiles and this one is no exception."

"...will be of great interest to modelers planning on building a La-5 and to aviation historians alike."

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"If you have any of their previous books in the Monographs series, you know how great a value this book is. Highly Recommended!"