Tamiya 1/48 Messerschmitt Me262 A-1A German Jet Fighter Plastic Model Kit

The Tamiya 1/48 Messerschmitt Me262 A-1A recreates the Luftwaffe jet fighter in detailed 1/48 scale, with its distinctive underwing engine nacelles, detailed nose-mounted 30mm cannons and cockpit, plus options for displaying the canopy and gun bay open or closed.

Please note this is an unassembled plastic model kit requiring assembly; paints, cement and hobby tools are not included and are required to complete the model.

The Messerschmitt Me262 was the first jet-powered plane to see service. The A-1a fighter version entered production in November 1944 and was equipped with four 30mm cannons in the nose. Late-production aircraft could also carry rocket launchers under the nose and R4M air-to-air rockets under the wings.

Special Features

• 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit
• Length: 221mm
• Wingspan: 264mm
• Distinctive engine nacelles under each wing accurately reproduced
• Four 30mm nose cannons detailed
• Detailed cockpit
• Canopy can be assembled open or closed
• Gun bay access panels can be assembled open or closed
• R4M air-to-air rockets and launchers included
• W.Gr 21 air-to-air rocket launcher parts included
• Die-cast nose wheel well doubles as a display weight
• Pilot figure included
• Four marking options included

What's in the Box

• Plastic model kit components
• R4M air-to-air rockets and launchers
• W.Gr 21 air-to-air rocket launcher parts
• Die-cast nose wheel well
• Pilot figure
• Decals for four marking options

What You'll Need

• Plastic cement
• Paints
• Finishing supplies

Why You'll Love It

The Me262 A-1A's distinctive swept-wing jet form and four nose-mounted 30mm cannons make for an impressive 1/48 scale subject. The open-or-closed canopy and gun bay, detailed cockpit, rocket armament and die-cast nose weight add further detail and display flexibility.