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Hobby 2000 1/72 Messerschmitt Me 163 B/S Komet 72061 H2K72061
£11.99
SKU: H2K72061
Vendor: Hobby 2000
Scale/Size: 1/72
Hobby 2000 1/72 Messerschmitt Me 163 B/S Komet 72061 H2K72061
Take Your Model Building To The Next Level With The Hobby 2000 1/72 Messerschmitt Me 163 B/S Komet 72061. This Meticulously Detailed Model Kit Brings To Life The Revolutionary German Rocket-Powered Fighter, Known For Its Unique Tailless Mid-Wing Design And Impressive Speed.
Product Features:
Authentic Historical Design: The Messerschmitt Me 163 Komet Was A Groundbreaking Aircraft, Developed From The Tailless Gliders And Airplanes Designed By Prof. Lippisch, Particularly The Dfs-194. This Model Faithfully Replicates The Innovative Design Features That Made The Me 163 A Notable Aircraft In Aviation History.
Detailed Components: The Kit Includes All Necessary Parts To Construct The Me 163 B/S Komet, Showcasing Its Distinctive Oblique Wings, Mixed Construction, And The Walter Hwk 109-509B-1 Rocket Engine.
High-Quality Decals: Includes Precise Decals To Accurately Represent The Aircraft'S Markings, Enhancing The Model'S Realism.
Comprehensive Instructions: Detailed Assembly Instructions Ensure A Smooth Building Process, Suitable For Both Novice And Experienced Modelers.
Historical Significance:
Development: The Prototype'S First Flight Was On February 13, 1941, But The Me 163 Entered Line Units Only In 1944, After Extensive Testing And Development.
Combat Use: The First Combat Use Occurred In July 1944, Primarily Used By Jagdgeschwader 400 To Intercept Allied Bombers. Despite Its Revolutionary Design And Superior Speed, The Me 163 Faced Challenges Such As Piloting Difficulty, Vulnerability Post-Landing, Limited Operational Range, And Volatile Fuel.
Performance: Technical Data For The Me 163B Variant Includes A Length Of 5.98M, A Wingspan Of 9.33M, A Height Of 2.75M, A Maximum Speed Of 959Km/H, A Rate Of Climb Of 160M/S, A Maximum Range Of 100Km, And A Ceiling Of 12,100M. Armament Consisted Of Two 30Mm Mk108 Cannons.
Experience The Innovation And Challenges Of Wwii Aviation With The Hobby 2000 1/72 Messerschmitt Me 163 B/S Komet Model Kit. Perfect For Aviation Enthusiasts And History Buffs, This Kit Offers A Rewarding Building Experience And A Striking Addition To Any Model Collection. Celebrate The Legacy Of One Of The Most Distinctive Aircraft In History With This Highly Detailed And Accurate Model.