info@mpmhobbies.com
Call: 1-(904) 507-3327
9297 Ford Rd.
Bryceville, Fl 32009
Build premium 1/48 scale jet aircraft from Revell-Germany's diverse collection. This collection features Maverick's F-14A Tomcat and F/A-18E Super Hornet from Top Gun movies, Dassault Mirage 2000C French fighter, F-86D Dog Sabre all-weather interceptor, Northrop F-89 Scorpion 75th Anniversary gift set, and the revolutionary Horten Go229 flying wing. Revell-Germany delivers exceptional detail with authentic markings and museum-quality molding. Gift sets include paints, brushes, and cement for complete building experiences. Perfect for aviation enthusiasts and movie fans. Explore 1/48 Revell-Germany prop aircraft and visit Revell-Germany for more information.
Revell-Germany has established itself as one of Europe's premier model kit manufacturers since 1956, bringing German engineering precision and attention to detail to aviation modeling. Their 1/48 scale jet aircraft collection spans multiple eras from early jet fighters through modern combat aircraft, including special editions celebrating iconic movies and historical anniversaries. Each kit reflects Revell-Germany's commitment to accuracy, detailed molding, and comprehensive marking options that allow modelers to recreate these legendary aircraft with museum-quality results. The collection balances classic subjects with contemporary releases, appealing to both traditional modelers and new enthusiasts drawn by popular culture connections.
The Top Gun franchise has captivated audiences for decades, making naval aviation icons of the F-14 Tomcat and F/A-18 Super Hornet. Revell-Germany's Maverick's F-14A Tomcat captures the legendary swing-wing fighter as flown by Tom Cruise's character in the original 1986 film. The kit features authentic markings including the distinctive VF-1 Wolfpack squadron insignia and Maverick's personal aircraft number. The F-14's variable-sweep wing mechanism, twin engines, and distinctive profile make it one of aviation's most recognizable aircraft. Maverick's F/A-18E Super Hornet represents the sequel Top Gun: Maverick, showing the modern fighter that replaced the Tomcat in naval service. The Super Hornet features advanced avionics, improved range, and multi-role capability. These kits appeal to movie fans and aviation enthusiasts alike, connecting popular culture with authentic military aviation history. Building these models recreates iconic scenes and celebrates the aircraft that defined naval aviation for generations.
The Dassault Mirage 2000C represents the pinnacle of French delta-wing fighter design, entering service in the 1980s as a highly capable multi-role fighter. The Mirage 2000 features the distinctive delta wing configuration that became synonymous with French combat aircraft, providing excellent high-speed performance and maneuverability. The single-engine design with powerful SNECMA M53 turbofan delivers impressive thrust-to-weight ratio. Advanced avionics and weapons systems make the Mirage 2000 a formidable air superiority and ground attack platform. The aircraft serves with French and numerous export air forces worldwide. Revell-Germany's kit captures the Mirage 2000C's sleek profile, detailed cockpit, and characteristic intake design. Authentic French Air Force markings allow modelers to recreate aircraft from various squadrons and time periods. The Mirage 2000 represents European aviation design philosophy distinct from American approaches, offering unique modeling opportunities.
The F-86D Dog Sabre represents the evolution of America's first swept-wing jet fighter into an all-weather interceptor. While the F-86 Sabre gained fame in Korean War dogfights, the F-86D variant featured a distinctive nose radome housing radar, rocket armament instead of guns, and advanced fire control systems for intercepting Soviet bombers. The Dog Sabre served with USAF Air Defense Command and numerous allied nations during the 1950s and 1960s. The aircraft's sleek lines, swept wings, and characteristic nose radome create distinctive appearance. Revell-Germany's kit captures these unique features with detailed molding and authentic markings. The F-86D bridges the gap between early jet fighters and modern interceptors, documenting the rapid technological evolution of the 1950s.
The Northrop F-89 Scorpion 75th Anniversary Geschenkset celebrates this important but often-overlooked American all-weather interceptor. The F-89 served as USAF's primary all-weather fighter during the 1950s, protecting North American airspace against potential Soviet bomber attacks. The twin-engine, twin-boom design provided stability for radar operations and weapons delivery. The distinctive appearance with podded engines, large wing, and extensive armament made the Scorpion instantly recognizable. The gift set format includes the model kit plus paints, brushes, and cement, providing everything needed for completion. This convenient package appeals to modelers seeking complete project solutions. The 75th anniversary edition commemorates significant aviation history while offering excellent value.
The Horten Go229 represents one of aviation's most radical designs, a German jet-powered flying wing that flew in 1945 near the end of World War II. Designed by the Horten brothers, the Go229 featured pure flying wing configuration without conventional fuselage or tail surfaces. Twin jet engines provided impressive speed approaching 600 mph. The design anticipated modern stealth aircraft by decades, with low radar cross-section and advanced aerodynamics. Only prototypes flew before war's end, but the Go229 influenced post-war aviation development. Revell-Germany's kit captures this futuristic design with accurate wing profile, engine installation, and distinctive appearance. Building the Go229 connects modelers with aviation's cutting edge and the remarkable engineering achievements of the jet age's earliest days.
Revell-Germany kits are renowned for excellent molding quality with crisp surface detail, fine panel lines, and minimal flash. The parts breakdown is logical with good fit requiring minimal adjustment. Surface details include authentic panel lines, rivets, and access hatches. Cockpits feature detailed instrument panels, seats, and controls. Landing gear assemblies show proper oleo strut detail and wheel wells. Instructions feature clear exploded-view diagrams with painting guides and color callouts. Decal sheets offer comprehensive markings with excellent registration and color accuracy. Gift set editions provide added value with paints matched to authentic color schemes, quality brushes, and plastic cement. The kits strike excellent balance between detail and buildability, suitable for intermediate to advanced modelers while remaining accessible to those with basic modeling experience.
Jet aircraft offer diverse finishing opportunities spanning multiple eras and color schemes. Top Gun aircraft require authentic Navy schemes including overall gray with colorful squadron markings and movie-accurate details. The Mirage 2000C features French Air Force schemes including overall gray or camouflage patterns with tricolor national insignia. The F-86D typically wore natural metal finish or Air Defense Command gray schemes with colorful unit markings. The F-89 Scorpion featured various ADC schemes including natural metal and gray finishes. The Go229 requires German late-war camouflage with mottled patterns and minimal markings. Proper research ensures authentic color schemes and markings for specific units and time periods. Weathering techniques including panel line washes, exhaust staining, and operational wear add realism appropriate to each aircraft's service environment.
1/48 scale jet aircraft make impressive standalone displays or can be incorporated into dioramas depicting various scenarios. Top Gun aircraft can be displayed on carrier deck bases with deck crew figures and equipment. The Mirage 2000C works well on French Air Force base settings with ground equipment and personnel. Early jets like the F-86D and F-89 suit Cold War era displays showing alert hangars or runway scenes. The Go229 creates dramatic displays emphasizing its futuristic design, perhaps showing the prototype in testing configuration. Museum-style displays with informational placards provide historical context. Proper lighting enhances detail and creates dramatic effects. Display cases protect models from dust while allowing full visibility. The variety of subjects enables diverse display themes from movie tributes to historical recreations.
Complete your 1/48 scale collection with 1/48 Revell-Germany prop aircraft for propeller-driven subjects. Explore other scales with 1/72 Revell-Germany jet aircraft and 1/72 Revell-Germany prop aircraft. Compare with other manufacturers including 1/48 Tamiya jet aircraft, 1/48 Trumpeter jet aircraft, and 1/48 Italeri jet aircraft. Discover other Revell-Germany products including 1/35 Revell-Germany tanks and 1/24 Revell-Germany cars. Visit Revell-Germany to explore their complete product line and discover how premium jet aircraft models bring aviation history and popular culture to life with authentic detail and German engineering excellence.