These are plastic model sets that require assembly and painting. They do not contain paints and glues unless otherwise stated.
SH72334 Messerschmitt Me 163A 'First Rocket Fighter' 1/72


The Messerschmitt Me 163A was the world's first mass-produced rocket-powered aircraft.


The production aircraft were used for testing and pilots training for the Me 163B combat version. On 2 October 1941, Heini Dittmar became the first person in the world to exceed the speed of 1,000 km/h (623.67 mph) in the cockpit of a Me 163A V-1. The rocket-powered Komet took off from a two-wheeled, jettisonable cart and landed on a ski placed under the fuselage.


The model includes a sprue with Me 163A parts, an injection-molded clear canopy, resin interior parts and a fret of etches. Decals are available for three Me 163A aircraft. 


-        detailed, resin cast cockpit with etched parts
-        aircraft very important for the aviation history
-        re-release of long-time sold out kit set