{"product_id":"22813-dragon-5002-mistel-5-he162a-2-arado-e-377a","title":"Dragon 5002 Mistel 5 He162A-2, Arado E-377a","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eDragon 5002 Mistel 5 He162A-2 \u0026amp; Arado E-377a, scale 1:72\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Mistel 5 kit by \u003cstrong\u003eDragon 5002\u003c\/strong\u003e represents one of the most unusual designs from the last months of World War II. The set consists of two 1:72 scale models – the manned fighter \u003cstrong\u003eHeinkel He162A-2\u003c\/strong\u003e and the unmanned bomber-missile \u003cstrong\u003eArado E-377a\u003c\/strong\u003e. Both aircraft were used in the Mistel program for special missions as so-called \"composite aircraft,\" designed to break through Allied defenses by utilizing a mothership and an advanced warhead.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eHeinkel He162A-2\u003c\/strong\u003e was a German jet fighter from the final period of World War II, known as the \"Volksjäger\" (People's Fighter). It was one of the fastest planes of its time, designed for mass production from inexpensive materials. The \u003cstrong\u003eArado E-377a\u003c\/strong\u003e, on the other hand, was an experimental, unmanned bomber-missile that, in the Mistel configuration, was to be carried by the He 162 and serve as a powerful warhead for destroying strategic targets.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    Although the Mistel program, including Mistel 5, never saw combat deployment due to its introduction too late in the war (1945 – the final phase of World War II), the project greatly captured the imagination of engineers and modelers fascinated by the experimental aviation of the Third Reich. The kit perfectly reproduces the details of the original prototypes, allowing you to build a model in either the transport or combat variant.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eDragon\u003c\/strong\u003e model is made from high-quality plastic, with precise casts ensuring accurate replication of the He162 cockpit details, control surfaces, and the connecting elements of both machines. The set includes clear instructions, Luftwaffe markings decals, as well as mounting elements for joining the two aircraft.\u003cbr\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry: Germany (Third Reich)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHistorical period: World War II\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: plastic model kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eIncludes: plastic sprues, decals, assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eGlue and paints must be purchased separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eWe recommend this kit to both military aviation enthusiasts and technology history buffs, especially those searching for unique, rarely seen designs for their collection. We assess the model's difficulty level as \u003cstrong\u003e4\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e. This is an excellent choice for intermediate and advanced modelers seeking a challenging build and painting experience.\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Dragon","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54720287539534,"sku":"DRA5002","price":13.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/b2691e168d35981a92d992aec66c93f3.jpg?v=1755496591","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/22813-dragon-5002-mistel-5-he162a-2-arado-e-377a","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}