marky sparky Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 (edited) http://ricardomattua.wordpress.com/tag/new-from-meng-132me-163b/ Edited August 24, 2013 by marky sparky Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 (edited) Source: http://www.meng-model.com/new.php?id=372 The German “Komet” Flashing Across the Sky The Me-163B “Komet” was the world’s only operational rocket-powered interceptor that ever joined combat and shot down enemy aircrafts. It had tremendous speed and climb rate thanks to its unique power source. So it’s used to intercept the allied bombers deep into Europe and Germany. However, due to the aircraft’s short loiter time and extremely high speed, the only wing (Jagdgeschwader) equipped with Me-163B just shot down 9 enemy aircrafts during WWII. Just like its nickname “Komet”, the Me-163B flashed across the sky of the history, leaving behind a bright light. This 1:32 scale QS-001 Me-163B model kit is MENG’s first successful large scale aircraft project. The model is 178mm in length and 292mm in wingspan. This kit consists of 190 parts on 7 plastic sprues, 23 parts on 2 PE frets, 3 rubber tyres and 2 poly caps. This QS-001 model faithfully replicates the small tail-less shape of Me-163B. Two different weapon systems, MG 151/20 and MK 108 are provided. Subassemblies like complete HWK 109-509A rocket engine, T-Stoff tank and ammunition box are included. Many hatches can be built either in open or closed position. Model fuselage breakdown refers to the structure of real aircraft. No cement is needed to join the front and rear parts of the fuselage. A support frame is provided to show interior details. Three painting schemes are provided. Modelers will surely have brand-new experience of building this large scale fighter model which has full interiors. V.P. Edited August 25, 2013 by Homebee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
redcap Posted August 24, 2013 Share Posted August 24, 2013 A very welcome release and bound to be a popular kit given the Has 1/32 kit is about 40 years old now....and shows it. Gary Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Julien Posted August 25, 2013 Share Posted August 25, 2013 I can see Mike liking this one! Julien Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albeback52 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Nearly 5 times the parts count of the old Hasegawa Komet!? Not bad for such a small (even in 1/32) subject. Looks like it will be quite a complex beastie!. I've got a built example of the Hasegawa Komet. It was an excellent little model when produced and still worthwhile. Good to see this new one though. Allan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr B Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 I knew something like this will happen....I was hunting high and low for the CMK pit for the Hasegawa kit and when I finally paid a bomb for it, walla a new tool Komet........ Hmmm ...I am getting too old for this Rgds Mr B 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Albeback52 Posted August 26, 2013 Share Posted August 26, 2013 Lol!! Sod's Law of modelling mate!! Allan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean1968 Posted August 31, 2013 Share Posted August 31, 2013 I'm tempted to get one of these, whenever it arrives on these shores. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tiger331 Posted August 31, 2013 Share Posted August 31, 2013 Never mind this.....though I may be tempted......where's the Nighfighter version of the ME 410 ?? Mark Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Radleigh Posted August 31, 2013 Share Posted August 31, 2013 I assume this will be a first of many in 32nd scale? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted October 10, 2013 Share Posted October 10, 2013 Online review on Hyperscale with sprues pics http://www.hyperscale.com/2013/reviews/kits/mengqs001reviewbg_1.htm V.P. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mekon Posted October 10, 2013 Share Posted October 10, 2013 Wow, that looks to be really good. Now if someone comes up with a lovely Scheuschlepper that'd be very nice. However can't complain at this rather lovely looking Komet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shar2 Posted October 10, 2013 Share Posted October 10, 2013 Just ordered mine from Luckymodel. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Homebee Posted July 4, 2014 Share Posted July 4, 2014 (edited) New resin canopy with painting mask from HpH. Useful? http://www.hphmodels.cz/index.php/en/news/item/340-canopy-me-163-1-32-for-meng-kit Canopy Me-163 1/32 for Meng kit July 2 Something small,but useful for your 1/32 Me-163 Komet - perfect clear canopy made from resin.Of course,painting mask is included. V.P. Edited July 4, 2014 by Homebee Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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