Oxford Diecast Oxford Aviation AC041
Messerschmitt Me 163B Komet Diecast Model
Luftwaffe Eprobungskommando 16, Wolfgang Spate, Bad Zwishenahn, Germany, May 1944 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Messerschmitt Me 163B Komet | | 3.25" | | 5.25" |
Our Me 163B is a replica of the bright red aircraft flown by Major Wolfgang Spate, complete with German markings in black and white. Because of its glider heritage in real life, our aircraft also features the authentic skids used for landing, which could be retracted into the aircraft keel in flight. We have also replicated the wheel configuration that comprised a pair of wheels, each mounted onto the ends of a specially designed cross axle mounted under the landing skid. These were needed due to the weight of the fuel but were also released shortly after take-off. Final detailing on our model includes silver exhaust pipes, wheel hubs and Pitot tube, while propeller spinner and tyres are finished in matt black.
Designed as a rocket powered, high-speed, high-altitude interceptor, the Me 163 was first flown in the summer of 1941. © Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Oxford Diecast "Oxford Aviation" range presents affordable, ready made diecast models of military aircraft.
Oxford Diecast "Oxford Aviation" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal and plastic construction.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Permanently retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Fixed, non-spinning plastic propellers.
- No pilot figures.
© Copyright 2003-2024 The Flying Mule, Inc.
