Hobby Boss 80238 1:72 Me163 Interceptor - Easy Assembly
The Me-163 “Komet” was the only operational rocket-powered fighter aircraft during WWII. The Me-163 “A” project code named “Project X” started in 1937 under Dr. Alexander Lippisch. It was made for defense purposes using rocket motors. The first Me-163 flew in 1941. There were fuel consumption and engine efficiency problems, which limited its range. In August 1943, the Me-163 B was developed with further enhancements. Production started in July 1944 and a total of 279 were delivered to the Luftwaffe.
Item No 80238
Item Name Me163B-1a “KOMET”
Bar Code 6939319202383
Scale 1:72
Item Type Static Aircraft
Model Brief Length: 81.3mm Wingspan: 128.3mm Height: 40.5m
Total Parts 17pcs
Metal Parts n/a
Total Sprues 3pcs
Paint Schemes I/JG400
Original: $14.38
-65%$14.38
$5.03
Description
The Me-163 “Komet” was the only operational rocket-powered fighter aircraft during WWII. The Me-163 “A” project code named “Project X” started in 1937 under Dr. Alexander Lippisch. It was made for defense purposes using rocket motors. The first Me-163 flew in 1941. There were fuel consumption and engine efficiency problems, which limited its range. In August 1943, the Me-163 B was developed with further enhancements. Production started in July 1944 and a total of 279 were delivered to the Luftwaffe.
Item No 80238
Item Name Me163B-1a “KOMET”
Bar Code 6939319202383
Scale 1:72
Item Type Static Aircraft
Model Brief Length: 81.3mm Wingspan: 128.3mm Height: 40.5m
Total Parts 17pcs
Metal Parts n/a
Total Sprues 3pcs
Paint Schemes I/JG400
