{"product_id":"tamiya-1-48-messerschmitt-me-262-a-1a-fighter-scaled-plastic-model-kit","title":"Tamiya 1\/48 Messerschmitt Me 262 A-1a Fighter Scaled Plastic Model Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCapture a Piece of Aviation History with the Me 262 A-1a 'Schwalbe', a Detailed 1\/48 Tamiya Replica of Germany's Famed Jet Fighter from WWII\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Features\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1\/48 Scale Messerschmitt Me 262 A-1a Model Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe world's first operational jet fighter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeatures a die-cast nose wheel well for balance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes optional rockets and four marking options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAn excellent project for intermediate modellers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOverview\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe revolutionary Messerschmitt Me 262 was the world's first jet-powered aircraft to see service. The A-1a fighter version, nicknamed \"Schwalbe\" (Swallow), was finally put into production in late 1944. Armed with four powerful 30mm cannons and optional air-to-air rockets, it was a fearsome opponent for Allied bombers and their escorts in the closing days of WWII.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis 1\/48 scale kit from Tamiya is a detailed replica of the groundbreaking German jet. It features a detailed cockpit and nose cannon bay, which can be viewed through optional open panels. A key feature is the die-cast metal nose wheel well, which serves as a weight to ensure the model sits correctly. The kit is packed with options, including various rocket armaments, a pilot figure, and four different marking schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeatures\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe unique form of the \"Schwalbe\" with its underwing engine nacelles is accurately replicated\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eA die-cast nose wheel well provides a realistic weight and ensures the model has the correct posture\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe canopy and four-gun cannon bay can be modelled in either the open or closed position\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eA full set of optional ordnance includes R4M air-to-air rockets and W.Gr 21 rocket-launchers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit includes a seated pilot figure and decals for four different marking options\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe cockpit and 30mm cannons are reproduced down to the finest details\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eA classic kit from Tamiya's highly-regarded 1\/48 Aircraft Series\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eGenuine Tamiya Product\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eScale: 1\/48\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eLength: 221mm (8.70\")\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eWingspan: 264mm (10.39\")\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeight: N\/A\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePieces: N\/A\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eDecal Schemes: 4\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eSkill Level: Intermediate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncluded Items\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Model Kit\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Die-Cast Nose Wheel Well\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Pilot Figure\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Decal Sheet\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Instruction Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRequired Items\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlastic Safe Paint\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eModelling Glue\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Tweezers\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Scissors\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Modelling Knives\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e1x Modelling Files\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"TAMIYA","offers":[{"title":"Hobbyco","offer_id":40426446258377,"sku":"10032895","price":47.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Hobbies Direct","offer_id":40426927194313,"sku":"10032895","price":59.17,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0024\/9803\/5810\/files\/e5402a0185e74954b0992468af98af85.webp?v=1760911524","url":"https:\/\/www.jbhifi.com.au\/products\/tamiya-1-48-messerschmitt-me-262-a-1a-fighter-scaled-plastic-model-kit","provider":"JB Hi-Fi","version":"1.0","type":"link"}