Valom 72111 Heinkel He 119V5 floats plane 1/72 – Unique plastic model kit

Discover the precisely crafted model kit Valom 72111 Heinkel He 119V5 floats plane in 1/72 scale – a proposal for aviation enthusiasts and advanced modelers looking for unique projects for their collection. This plastic model kit represents one of the few exotic designs of the German aviation industry, fascinating with both its uniqueness and interesting history.

Heinkel He 119V5 – history and use

The Heinkel He 119V5 is an experimental version of the German aircraft developed in the 1930s at the Heinkel Flugzeugwerke factory. It was an innovative design with an aerodynamic fuselage, a propeller drive located just behind the cockpit, and a cooling system placed inside the fuselage. The V5 version was distinguished by the use of floats, enabling operation from water surfaces. The aircraft was created just before World War II, in the interwar period, and was used mainly for testing and experiments, never entering mass production. The German Air Force (Luftwaffe) used this model only as a prototype—the V5 unit participated in research on the possibilities of employing floatplanes.

High quality craftsmanship and model details

The Valom 72111 model stands out for its detailed representation of the structural elements—cockpit, floats, and the distinctive silhouette of the aircraft. The 1/72 scale allows for perfect display in an aviation or water diorama. The kit is made of high-quality plastic, providing ease of processing and precise fitting of parts. The manufacturer also includes a decal sheet, ensuring the finished model acquires historical realism upon completion of painting.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of use: Germany (Luftwaffe)
• Period of use: 1930s, interwar period
• Prototype floatplane version (seaplane)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Set includes: plastic assembly parts, decals
• Type: plastic model kit

Recommendation and difficulty level

The Valom 72111 Heinkel He 119V5 floats plane 1/72 model is recommended for advanced historical modelers and aviation collectors. Its originality and demanding assembly (difficulty level 4/5) guarantee satisfaction from a precisely constructed project. It is an excellent choice especially for fans of German aviation technology and those who wish to complete a collection of prototypes from the interwar period.