Tamiya Plastic Model Kit
V-1 (Fieseler Fi103) (1/48) 61052
The Fieseler Fi103, more commonly known as the V-1 flying bomb, was Germany’s pioneering cruise missile of the Second World War. Developed as part of the Vergeltungswaffe program, it was designed to strike Allied cities with unprecedented speed and range. Powered by a pulsejet engine and launched from catapult ramps or aircraft, the V-1 could travel at speeds of around 640 km/h with a range of approximately 250 km. Its distinctive buzzing sound earned it the nickname “buzz bomb” among Allied troops and civilians.
- 1/48 scale precision plastic model kit
- Detailed replication of the V-1 airframe and pulsejet engine
- Includes launch trolley for display or diorama integration
- Realistic panel lines and surface textures
- Clear assembly instructions for an accurate build
- Ideal as a standalone display or alongside period aircraft models
The V-1 first saw operational use in June 1944, targeting London and later Antwerp. While its accuracy was limited, it caused significant destruction and civilian casualties, forcing the Allies to develop new air defence tactics. The V-1’s design influenced post-war missile development in both Eastern and Western nations, making it a historically significant subject for any modeller interested in WWII technology and innovation.
