{"product_id":"revell-1-32-messerschmitt-me262a-1a-u4","title":"REVELL 1\/32 MESSERSCHMITT ME262A-1A\/U4","description":"\u003ch2\u003eMesserschmitt Me262A-1a\/U4: The fighter icon with the “long arm”\u003c\/h2\u003e\r\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\r\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHistory: \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\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\r\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\u003cul\u003e\r\u003cli\u003eUnique silhouette: 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\r\u003cli\u003eNew tools: 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\r\u003cli\u003eLarge scale: In 1:32, the aerodynamic lines of the \"Schwalbe\" design and the technical details come into their own.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003cli\u003eChallenge Level 5: With 220 individual parts, this model is a challenging project that requires experience in gluing and painting as well as patience.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003cli\u003eDetailing: Look forward to a finely crafted cockpit, detailed Jumo engines and an authentic chassis.\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003c\/ul\u003e\r\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the box?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\u003cul\u003e\r\u003cli\u003ePlastic model kit (not assembled, including new parts for the U4 version)\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003cli\u003eIllustrated, multilingual building instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003cli\u003eAuthentic decal set\u003c\/li\u003e\r\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"REVELL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45254043959319,"sku":"03749","price":115.75,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0787\/6637\/4935\/files\/03749.jpg?v=1782873354","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyvault.com.au\/products\/revell-1-32-messerschmitt-me262a-1a-u4","provider":"Hobby Vault Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}