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Model of a Me262A-1/2 airplane with camouflage design on a green background
Model of a green military aircraft with a white cross on a white background
Model airplane kit packaging with Me262A-1/2 fighter and bomber types, featuring cartograph decal.
Two views of a green camouflage airplane model on a white background
Paint index chart with color codes and corresponding numbers for various paint brands.

1/72 Academy Me262A-1/2 'Last Ace' Limited Edition 12542

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1/72 Academy Messerschmitt Me262A-1/2 'Last Ace' Limited Edition Model Kit

Build an authentic replica of the world's first operational jet fighter with this detailed 1/72 scale limited edition plastic model kit from Academy Models. The Messerschmitt Me262 revolutionized aerial warfare and became one of the most feared aircraft of World War II, earning legendary status among aviation enthusiasts.

Limited Edition Features

This special 'Last Ace' edition commemorates the final days of the Luftwaffe's jet fighter operations in 1945. The kit includes premium Cartograf decals for exceptional quality and detail, making this a must-have for serious collectors and modelers.

Key Features

  • Dual Build Options: Assemble as Me262A-1a fighter or Me262A-2a bomber variant
  • Premium Cartograf Decals: High-quality Italian decals with superior color and adhesion
  • Highly Detailed Cockpit: Precise instrument panel and ejection seat details
  • Accurate Landing Gear: Finely detailed main gear and nose wheel assemblies
  • Delicate Panel Lines: Engraved surface details with authentic rivet representation
  • Twin Jet Engines: Detailed Jumo 004 turbojet engine nacelles
  • Optional Position Parts: Build with canopy open or closed, landing gear up or down
  • Limited Edition Release: Special boxing with enhanced decal options
  • Quality Korean Manufacturing: Academy's renowned precision engineering

What's in the Box

  • Injection-molded plastic parts for complete Me262 assembly
  • Clear canopy parts for excellent cockpit visibility
  • Premium Cartograf waterslide decal sheet with multiple marking options
  • Parts for both A-1a fighter and A-2a bomber variants
  • Detailed assembly instructions with painting guide and historical information

About the Messerschmitt Me262

The Messerschmitt Me262 Schwalbe (Swallow) was the world's first operational jet-powered fighter aircraft, entering service with the Luftwaffe in 1944. With a top speed of 540 mph, the Me262 was nearly 100 mph faster than any Allied fighter, making it a revolutionary leap in aviation technology. The Me262A-1a fighter variant was armed with four 30mm cannons, while the A-2a bomber version carried bombs for ground attack missions. Despite its technological superiority, the Me262 arrived too late and in too few numbers to change the outcome of the war, but it paved the way for the jet age of aviation.

Variant Information

  • Me262A-1a: Fighter variant with four MK 108 30mm cannons
  • Me262A-2a: Fighter-bomber variant capable of carrying bombs

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Product Code: ACD12542
Scale: 1/72
Edition: Limited Edition with Cartograf Decals
Manufacturer: Academy Models - Visit Academy's official website for more information about their products

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