RS Models 94006 Arado Ar 199 V5 1/72 is a highly detailed plastic model kit representing a German training aircraft from World War II. The model has been created in the popular 1/72 scale, making it perfect both for collections and as an addition to historical dioramas featuring Kriegsmarine aviation. The product does not include glue or paints—the assembly and painting of the model are left to the modeller, allowing for a highly individualized approach.

The Arado Ar 199 V5 was a prototype variant of the German trainer aircraft, developed for training pilots in handling carrier-based planes—mainly intended for the unfinished aircraft carrier Graf Zeppelin. Production took place in Germany in the late 1930s and during the early years of World War II. The aircraft featured a mixed construction: a metal fuselage combined with fabric-covered wings, providing both low weight and robustness during water-based training. It was powered by a classic piston engine with a pusher propeller and equipped with fixed landing gear and a tail wheel. The V5 variant was one of the refined prototype versions, used by Luftwaffe experts to develop training procedures.

• Model scale: 1/72
• Country of use: Germany (Third Reich)
• Historical period: World War II
• Category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic – hard sprues ensure sharp details and good parts fit
• The model does not include photo-etched parts or resin elements

We recommend the RS Models product to collectors fascinated by maritime aviation, as well as to those wishing to develop manual skills with interesting and unique World War II aircraft designs. The model stands out for its well-detailed cockpit, accurate representation of the original's shape, and allows for personal interpretation of the finish. It is a great choice for intermediate and advanced modellers, as well as for experienced hobbyists building aircraft dioramas.

Building difficulty level: 3/5
Assembly requires some experience—we recommend using this class of models after previously working with simpler 1/72 scale aircraft.