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Messerschmitt ME 262A 1A #5721

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Cobi’s new and improved ME 262.

The Messerschmitt Me 262, nicknamed Schwalbe (German: “Swallow”) in fighter versions, or Sturmvogel (German: “Storm Bird”) in fighter-bomber versions, was the world’s first operational jet-powered fighter aircraft. Design work started before World War II began, but problems with engines, metallurgy and top-level interference kept the aircraft from operational status with the Luftwaffe until mid-1944. The Me 262 was faster and more heavily armed than any Allied fighter, including the British jet-powered Gloster Meteor.[5] One of the most advanced aviation designs in operational use during World War II, the Me 262’s roles included light bomber, reconnaissance and experimental night fighter versions.

Me 262 pilots claimed a total of 542 Allied aircraft shot down, although higher claims are sometimes made. The Allies countered its effectiveness in the air by attacking the aircraft on the ground and during takeoff and landing. Strategic materials shortages and design compromises on the Junkers Jumo 004 axial-flow turbojet engines led to reliability problems. Attacks by Allied forces on fuel supplies during the deteriorating late-war situation also reduced the effectiveness of the aircraft as a fighting force. Armament production within Germany was focused on more easily manufactured aircraft.  In the end, the Me 262 had a negligible impact on the course of the war as a result of its late introduction and the consequently small numbers put in operational service.

While German use of the aircraft ended with the close of World War II, a small number were operated by the Czechoslovak Air Force until 1951. It also heavily influenced several designs, such as the Sukhoi Su-9 (1946) and Nakajima Kikka. Captured Me 262s were studied and flight-tested by the major powers, and ultimately influenced the designs of post-war aircraft such as the North American F-86 Sabre, MiG-15 and Boeing B-47 Stratojet.  Several aircraft survive on static display in museums, and there are several privately built flying reproductions that use modern General Electric J85 engines.

 

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Messerschmitt_Me_262

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Below are very informative and entertaining videos to discover more about this unit and it’s place in history. Please be aware that some of these videos may contain crude language and/or actual footage of warfare. This may be disturbing to sensitive or young viewers. We have selected the videos for their historical context in relation to our products for the purpose of research and learning.

Product Specifications

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Weight 28 oz
Dimensions 17.72 × 11.03 × 2.17 in

Product Reviews

2 reviews for Messerschmitt ME 262A 1A #5721

  1. Corporal MILogger (verified owner)

    This is such a cool model and a much better and smoother build over the older kit. I appreciate the color scheme more and it’s different from the usual German schemes. Though, a classic grey and green would’ve been great. The 262 just looks awesome!

  2. Sergeant Major of the Army Jay Hu (verified owner)

    It has really high quality. The printed part has so many details. Cobi engineers must put a lot of effort in designing this ME262.

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