Academy Plastic Model Kit
Messerschmitt Bf 109E-3 Ace Heinz Bär (1/48) 12216
The Academy 12216 kit depicts the Messerschmitt Bf 109E-3 flown by Luftwaffe ace Heinz Bär, one of Germany’s most renowned fighter pilots of WWII. Presented in 1/48 scale, this plastic model combines finely moulded detail with historically accurate markings, offering modellers the chance to recreate an aircraft central to early war aerial combat.
- 1/48 scale plastic model kit
- Detailed cockpit and airframe
- Includes accurate decals for Heinz Bär’s Bf 109E-3
- Authentic panel lines and surface detailing
- Ideal for Luftwaffe and WWII aviation collections
Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.
History:
The Messerschmitt Bf 109E-3 was a mainstay of the Luftwaffe during the early years of World War II, particularly in the Battle of France and the Battle of Britain. Powered by a Daimler-Benz DB 601 engine and armed with a combination of machine guns and cannons, it was a formidable opponent for Allied fighters. One of its notable pilots was Heinz Bär, credited with more than 200 aerial victories across multiple theatres of the war. Bär flew the Bf 109E-3 during his early career, gaining experience that would later see him become one of the highest-scoring aces of the Luftwaffe. This Academy kit recreates his aircraft in 1/48 scale, capturing both the technical details of the fighter and the legacy of one of its most skilled pilots.
