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Messerschmitt Me-163A Komet
Luftwaffe Messerschmitt Me-163A V1 Komet Prototype Date: 1940s
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Jigsaw Puzzle (400 Pieces)
Discover the thrill of assembly with our exquisite Messerschmitt Me-163A Komet jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. This captivating puzzle features an iconic image of the Messerschmitt Me-163A Komet prototype, a groundbreaking aircraft used by the Luftwaffe during the 1940s. meticulously reproduced from a high-quality print sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this puzzle offers an authentic and intricate challenge for puzzle enthusiasts. Dive into the history of aviation and bring this piece of aeronautical history to life in your own home. Engage your mind and ignite your imagination with the Media Storehouse range of jigsaw puzzles.
400 piece puzzles are custom made in the UK and hand-finished on 100% recycled 1.5 mm millboard. There is a level of repetition in jigsaw shapes with each matching piece away from its pair. The completed puzzle measures 31x47cm and is delivered packaged in an attractive presentation box specially designed to fit most letter box slots
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Estimated Product Size is 47.2cm x 31.5cm (18.6" x 12.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph showcases the Messerschmitt Me-163A Komet, a revolutionary aircraft prototype developed by the German Luftwaffe during the 1940s. Designed by Alexander Lippisch and powered by a pulse-jet engine, this single-seat, rocket-powered interceptor was a record-breaking marvel of its time. The Me-163A, also known as the Komet or Komit, was a significant departure from traditional fixed-wing aircraft. Its innovative design allowed it to reach extraordinary speeds, making it a formidable addition to the German military arsenal during World War II. With a maximum speed of over 600 miles per hour, the Me-163A held the title of the fastest operational aircraft in the world at the time of its introduction. The aircraft in this photograph is the V1 prototype, which first took to the skies on July 18, 1941. The Me-163A's unique design featured a retractable landing gear, a narrow wingspan, and a distinctive bullet-shaped fuselage. The cockpit was situated at the rear of the aircraft, providing the pilot with an unobstructed view of the sky. The Me-163A's pulse-jet engine, which was fueled by a combination of liquid oxygen and alcohol, allowed the aircraft to achieve its remarkable speed. However, the engine also presented challenges, as it required the aircraft to be launched from a catapult and could only be operated for a limited time before the fuel was expended. Despite these limitations, the Me-163A proved to be an effective weapon in the hands of skilled pilots. Its high speed made it a formidable threat to Allied bombers, and it was feared by Allied forces for its unexpected appearance. The Me-163A remains an iconic symbol of the ingenuity and determination of the German military during World War II.
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