{"id":15429394366715,"title":"Revell - 1\/32 Messerschmitt Me262A-1a\/U4","handle":"rev03749","description":"\u003ch1\u003e1\/32 Messerschmitt Me262A-1a\/U4\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eRev03749\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcludes all glues, paints and tools necessary to assemble. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eMesserschmitt Me262A-1a\/U4: The fighter icon with the “long arm”\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Messerschmitt Me262 made history as the world's first operational jet fighter. But this special variant takes the myth one step further. With the Me262A-1a\/U4 kit you get one of the most extraordinary experimental designs of the Second World War on your craft table. The special thing about this model in the impressive 1:32 scale is the armament: instead of the usual four machine cannons, the barrel of a huge 50 mm cannon protrudes from the nose. Thanks to new components (“New Tools”), you can now precisely recreate this rare version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy this kit is a highlight for experts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique silhouette:\u003c\/strong\u003e The U4 variant differs significantly from the standard Me262 due to the distinctive bulge on the bow and the protruding gun barrel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit is based on the proven Me262 model, but has been expanded to include specially newly developed parts for the bow section and the cannon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e In 1:32, the aerodynamic lines of the \"Schwalbe\" design and the technical details come into their own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChallenge Level 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e With 220 individual parts, this model is a challenging project that requires experience in gluing and painting as well as patience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Look forward to a finely crafted cockpit, detailed Jumo engines and an authentic chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding the Me262A-1a\/U4 is a technical voyage of discovery. You'll see how the engineers tried to integrate a heavy tank gun (the MK 214 A) into a delicate airframe. The precision fit of the new parts ensures that the modified nose fits seamlessly into the fuselage. The finished model is a real exotic addition to any collection of World War II aircraft and impressively demonstrates the \"miracle weapon\" belief of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackground information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe abbreviation \"U4\" stands for a conversion kit that was intended to turn the Me262 into a \"pulk destroyer\". The aim was to fight Allied bomber formations from a safe distance (out of the reach of the defensive gunners). For this purpose, the 50 mm Mauser industrial cannon MK 214 A was installed in the bow. Only a few prototypes were built and tested. One of them, the \"Wilma Jeanne\", fell into the hands of US troops. This model captures exactly this experimental spirit of aviation history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic model kit (not assembled, including new parts for the U4 version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrated, multilingual building instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic decal set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpand your squadron with a unique technical item! 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But this special variant takes the myth one step further. With the Me262A-1a\/U4 kit you get one of the most extraordinary experimental designs of the Second World War on your craft table. The special thing about this model in the impressive 1:32 scale is the armament: instead of the usual four machine cannons, the barrel of a huge 50 mm cannon protrudes from the nose. Thanks to new components (“New Tools”), you can now precisely recreate this rare version.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy this kit is a highlight for experts\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUnique silhouette:\u003c\/strong\u003e The U4 variant differs significantly from the standard Me262 due to the distinctive bulge on the bow and the protruding gun barrel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNew tools:\u003c\/strong\u003e This kit is based on the proven Me262 model, but has been expanded to include specially newly developed parts for the bow section and the cannon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLarge scale:\u003c\/strong\u003e In 1:32, the aerodynamic lines of the \"Schwalbe\" design and the technical details come into their own.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChallenge Level 5:\u003c\/strong\u003e With 220 individual parts, this model is a challenging project that requires experience in gluing and painting as well as patience.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDetailing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Look forward to a finely crafted cockpit, detailed Jumo engines and an authentic chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilding the Me262A-1a\/U4 is a technical voyage of discovery. You'll see how the engineers tried to integrate a heavy tank gun (the MK 214 A) into a delicate airframe. The precision fit of the new parts ensures that the modified nose fits seamlessly into the fuselage. The finished model is a real exotic addition to any collection of World War II aircraft and impressively demonstrates the \"miracle weapon\" belief of the time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBackground information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe abbreviation \"U4\" stands for a conversion kit that was intended to turn the Me262 into a \"pulk destroyer\". The aim was to fight Allied bomber formations from a safe distance (out of the reach of the defensive gunners). For this purpose, the 50 mm Mauser industrial cannon MK 214 A was installed in the bow. Only a few prototypes were built and tested. One of them, the \"Wilma Jeanne\", fell into the hands of US troops. This model captures exactly this experimental spirit of aviation history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eScope of delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic model kit (not assembled, including new parts for the U4 version)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIllustrated, multilingual building instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic decal set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpand your squadron with a unique technical item! Order the Messerschmitt Me262A-1a\/U4 now and face the challenge of this extraordinary conversion.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e"}