Special Hobby 72321 Heinkel He 178V-1 "World's First Jet" – 1:72 Scale Plastic Aircraft Model Kit

Special Hobby 72321 Heinkel He 178V-1 "World's First Jet" is a unique plastic model kit, perfect for aviation enthusiasts looking to enrich their collection with a pioneering machine from a breakthrough era in aviation history. This precisely reproduced 1:72 scale set depicts the world's first jet aircraft, whose maiden flight forever changed the way we think about flying.

Heinkel He 178V-1 – A Brief History

The Heinkel He 178V-1 was an innovative German experimental aircraft, designed by Ernst Heinkel. It first took to the skies on August 27, 1939, piloted by Erich Warsitz—a symbol of the birth of the jet aviation era. This aircraft was used by the Luftwaffe of Nazi Germany solely for testing purposes. Although it was not put into series production, it marked a new direction in technical development just before the outbreak of the Second World War.

Box Contents and Build Quality

The Special Hobby 72321 model is made from high-quality plastic, ensuring excellently rendered details and precise fit of components. The box contains a sprue with all the parts required for assembly, a clear canopy, decals reproducing historical markings, and a clear assembly instruction. The kit does not include glue, paints, or modeling tools.

• Scale: 1:72
• Operator country: Germany
• Period of use: Late 1930s, just before World War II
• Material: High-quality plastic
• The kit does not include metal barrels or photo-etched parts
• The model is intended for self-assembly
• Category: Plastic aircraft model kit

Who is it for?

This model is recommended both for intermediate modelers and collectors interested in groundbreaking aircraft designs. It allows you to deepen your historical knowledge, while also serving as a unique exhibit in any collection. We rate the assembly difficulty as 2 out of 5—the construction is also friendly for less experienced modelers who want to develop their skills.

Thanks to the Special Hobby 72321 Heinkel He 178V-1 "World's First Jet" kit, you can build your own model of an aircraft that made history and continues to fascinate technology and history enthusiasts to this day!