Matchbox Collectibles B6938
Fokker Dr.I Triplane Diecast Model
Luftstreitkrafte JG 1, The Red Baron |
| 1:48 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Fokker Dr.I Triplane | | 4.75" | | 6" |
Baron Manfred von Richthofen's famous Fokker Dr.I swoops into your Matchbox collection prepared for battle in the European skies of World War I. The airplane's triple wings permitted fast climbs, sharp turns, and tight loops, all beneficial maneuvers in a challenging dogfight.
Designed in response to the highly maneuverable Sopwith Triplane, the Fokker Dr.I was first flown in 1917 and was one of the most successful and recognizable combat aircraft of WWI, attributing much of its fame to the German WWI ace Manfred von Richthofen - the iconic "Red Baron". Light weight, small size and three wings made the aircraft highly maneuverable and deadly in the hands of an expert pilot but very unforgiving of less experienced pilots. Common for airplanes of that era, a fixed crankshaft configuration allowed the entire engine to spin with the propeller, creating strong gyroscopic forces that adversely affected the airplane's handling under power. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Matchbox "Collectibles" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
Matchbox "Collectibles" 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.
- Permanently retracted landing gear.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Authentic ordnance loads complete with placards.
- Detailed pilot figures.
- Spinning propellers.
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