Hobby Boss 80238 Germany Me 163 Fighter 1:72

 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”

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