Despite being the most advanced aircraft of WWII, Adolf Hitler insisted that the Me262 be developed into a fast attack bomber, diverting valuable resources from much needed fighter production. Known as the ‘Stormbird’ the attack version included hard points for two 500kg bombs under the nose of the aircraft, with its speed making it almost invulnerable from Allied air interception.
Features
Build one of two versions: the A-1a fighter or the A-2a fighter-bomber
A detailed 1/72 scale model of the world's first operational jet fighter
A beginner-friendly project with a low part count of just 65 pieces
Includes parts for different armament loads including bombs
Decal sheet includes markings for two different historical aircraft
Genuine Airfix Product
Paint Options:
Version A: Messerschmitt Me262A-1a, W.Nr.110956 'White 17', flown by Obstlt. Heinz Bär, III./EJG 2, Lechfeld, Germany, April 1945
Version B: Messerschmitt Me262A-2a, W.Nr.500200, flown by Fj.Ofw. Hans Frölich, 2./KG 51, Fassberg, Germany, May 1945
In the box
1x Airfix 1/72 Scale Messerschmitt Me 262 Model Kit
Plastic Sprues
1x Decal Sheet
1x Assembly Instructions
You'll need
ABS Plastic Safe Paint
Modelling Glue
1x Tweezers
1x Scissors
1x Modelling Knives
1x Modelling Files
Specifications
Scale
1/72
Length
148mm (5.83")
Width
174mm (6.85")
Height
48.6mm (1.91")
Wingspan
174mm (6.85")
Pieces
65
Decal Schemes
2
Skill Level
Beginner (Skill 2)
Scale Model
Scale
1/72
Experience
Beginner
Aircraft Type
Bomber
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