ICM 72192 Heinkel HE-51B-2 1/72

ICM 72192 Heinkel HE-51B-2 (1/72) – Plastic model airplane kit

The Heinkel HE-51B-2 model in 1/72 scale, offered by the renowned ICM company, is a precisely crafted plastic model kit that will bring to your collection one of the most distinctive machines of German aviation from the interwar period and the beginning of World War II. The Heinkel He-51B-2 was an improved version of the earlier biplane fighter, which served in the Luftwaffe in the 1930s.

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for collectors, allowing for a detailed build at an optimal model size.
• Country of operation: Germany, Luftwaffe.
• Historical period: Interwar period, early World War II (1935–1940).
• Material: High-quality plastic for easy processing and excellent detail reproduction.
• Add-ons: The kit includes a clear canopy and realistically recreated cockpit and landing gear components. The set does not include paints or glue, allowing each modeller to choose their own color palette and finishing style.
• Category: Plastic model kit – for modelers wishing to build historic aviation models.

The Heinkel HE-51B-2 was a biplane fighter designed by Ernst Heinkel Flugzeugwerke AG and entered service with the Luftwaffe in the mid-1930s. Among other engagements, it participated in the Spanish Civil War, where it was tested on the front lines as a fighter and ground-attack aircraft. It served as a primary fighter until it was replaced by newer monoplane designs.

The ICM 72192 model features finely replicated details that reflect the original aircraft’s construction and characteristic features—from the silhouette to armament components. The build difficulty level is rated at 2/5, making this model perfect for both beginners and intermediate modelers looking to expand their collection with an authentic and historically interesting piece.

We recommend this kit to all military aviation enthusiasts and fans of model airplanes from the interwar period and World War II. Thanks to its high level of detail and solid craftsmanship, the ICM 72192 Heinkel HE-51B-2 (1/72) will make an impressive addition to any collection.