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| | Code: HM-HA8730 
Price: $114.95
Status: In Stock
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| Hobby Master 1:48 Air Power Series HA8730
Messerschmitt Bf 109E Diecast Model
Luftwaffe 4/JG 26 Schlageter, White 4, Horst Perez, Battle of Britain, 1940 | |
| 1:48 Scale | | Length | | Width |
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| Messerschmitt Bf 109E | | 7.5" | | 8.25" |
Horst Perez was a notable pilot during World War II, flying the Messerschmitt Bf 109E, one of the most iconic German fighter aircraft of the war. Perez, of German and Spanish descent, served as part of the Legion Condor, a volunteer unit made up of German pilots who supported Franco's Nationalist forces during the Spanish Civil War. After the conflict, Perez continued his service in the Luftwaffe during World War II, flying the Bf 109E in various roles, including combat operations in the early years of the war. His experience in the Bf 109E contributed to the aircraft's legacy in aviation history. Designed to meet a Luftwaffe need for a single-seat fighter/interceptor, the Messerschmitt Bf 109 was first flown on May 28th, 1935. Its all-metal construction, closed canopy and retractable gear made the Bf 109 one of the first true modern fighters of WWII. This versatile aircraft served in many roles and was the most produced aircraft of the war and the backbone of the Luftwaffe, and was flown by Germany's top three aces, who claimed a total of 928 victories between them. Armed with two cannons and two machine guns, the Bf 109's design underwent constant revisions, which allowed it to remain competitive until the end of the war. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc. The Hobby Master "1:48 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft. Hobby Master "1:48 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature: - Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
- Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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