Airfix A10280V 1/72 German E-Boat
Product InfoThe German E-Boat makes a comeback as a Vintage Classic model, presenting hobbyists with a 1:72 scale project that includes 290 components and a single design option. Initially well-received, this intricate kit captures the essence of Germany’s renowned Schnellboot, offering countless hours of enjoyable assembly for those aged 8 and older.
Key Features1:72 scale model kit with 290 componentsSkill level 3 – demanding build for seasoned hobbyistsIncludes one genuine scheme optionVintage Classic model from the Airfix collectionGerman fast attack vessel from the World War Two eraAppropriate for ages 8 and upHistoryConstrained by the Treaty of Versailles, the German Kriegsmarine found a loophole to create a fleet of swift, wooden-hulled attack vessels known as Schnellboots.
These ships were meticulously crafted and improved over time. By the start of World War II, they had evolved into a formidable component of Germany’s naval power.
Equipped with three diesel engines and a triple rudder system, Germany’s E Boats ranked among the fastest naval ships globally. Their low silhouette, agility, and torpedo weaponry allowed them to infiltrate Allied convoys, inflict significant damage, and retreat before facing counterattacks.
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