Description
Product Info
This model kit of the Fokker E.II Eindecker, flown by Kurt von Crailsheim in 1915, is crafted at a 1:72 scale and includes 35 intricately detailed plastic components for construction. It comes with genuine paint schemes and decals to authentically recreate this historic aircraft. Designed for modellers aged 8 and up with a skill level of 2, the kit accurately reflects the aircraft’s 140mm wingspan, capturing the essence of this innovative German fighter.
Key Features
35 intricately detailed plastic components for precise assembly
1:72 scale model of this notable First World War fighter
Genuine paint scheme and decals for the 1915 aircraft of Kurt von Crailsheim
Skill level 2 – appropriate for modellers aged 8 years and older
140mm wingspan accurately mirrors the original aircraft’s dimensions
History
The Fokker Eindecker holds a pivotal place in aerial combat history as the first German fighter aircraft specifically designed for the First World War and the first to incorporate gun synchronisation technology. This innovation enabled pilots to fire through the propeller’s arc, aligning with their line of sight. Its introduction led to significant losses for Allied aircraft, reinforcing German dominance during the “Fokker Scourge” era. The E.II model marked a crucial advancement in this revolutionary design, enhancing the success of its predecessor and solidifying the Eindecker’s formidable reputation on the Western Front.
Tech Specs
Item Length – Without Packaging (cm)
10
Item Width – Without Packaging (cm)
14
How many pieces will be found in the box opened by the customer?
35
Item Scale
1:72 Scale
Contents (what’s in the box) sets
Plastic model kit, instruction sheet, paint layout sheet and decals.
Finish
Plastic
Number of Scheme options
1
Skill Level
2
Flying Hours
1
Wingspan (mm)
140
