The Historical Collection now includes the Wunderwaffe, a miracle weapon intended to turn the tide of war. Messerschmitt Me 262 was the first jet-powered fighter plane used in combat! Produced by Germany, it entered service in 1944 as an interceptor. Bomber and reconnaissance versions were also created. It was called Sturmvogel by German pilots, and among the Allies it was known as Turbo. Messerschmitt Me 262s scored 900 kills with losses of 100 machines. Use 250 COBI construction blocks to build the legendary German jet plane from World War II! The block model features high-quality prints and no stickers. The plane is 23cm long and 26cm in wingspan and fits perfectly into our huge bombers issued in 1:48 scale! Messerschmitt ME 262 is also an easy-to-build model, perfect to start your adventure with COBI construction blocks. This is an aircraft that enthusiasts of aviation, military technology and history will all love. Build history, brick by brick, with COBI.