Oxford Diecast Heinkel 162 "Salamander" Jet Fighter Farnborough England (1945) "Oxford Aviation" Series 1/72 Diecast Model Aircraft by Oxford Diecast
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Brand new 1/72 scale diecast airplane model of Heinkel 162 "Salamander" Jet Fighter Farnborough England (1945) "Oxford Aviation" Series die cast model by Oxford Diecast.Detailed exterior.True-to-scale detail.Comes with a display stand.This model does not have any openings.Manufacturers original unopened packaging.Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.Dimensions approximately L-5.25 W-3.75 H-1.25 inches.Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.HISTORY ASPECTS:The Heinkel He 162 also known as the "Salamander" was a German single-engine jet-powered fighter aircraft that was used during the final months of World War II. It was designed and built by the Heinkel company and was the first operational jet-powered fighter to be deployed by the German Luftwaffe.The He 162 "Salamander" that was tested at Farnborough in 1945 was part of an experimental batch of the aircraft designed to be mass-produced quickly and cheaply using non-strategic materials. The aircraft was designed to be easy to fly and maintain and it was intended to be a "peoples fighter" that would be flown by inexperienced pilots.Despite its innovative design the He 162 was not used in combat during the war and only a small number were built. After the war a few examples were captured and tested by the Allies including the one that was tested at Farnborough. The He 162 was considered a remarkable achievement for its time and it was the first jet aircraft to be mass-produced by any country.The Heinkel 162 "Salamander" Farnborough 1945 1
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