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Poster Print : Messerschmitt Me-163A Komet

Messerschmitt Me-163A Komet



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Messerschmitt Me-163A Komet

Luftwaffe Messerschmitt Me-163A V1 Komet Prototype Date: 1940s

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Alexander Comet Comit Komit Lippisch Luftwaffe Me163 Record Breaker Rocket Powered World Record


A2 (59.4 x 42cm) Poster Print

Introducing the captivating Messerschmitt Me-163A Komet poster print from our Media Storehouse collection. This extraordinary piece of aviation history brings to life the iconic design of the world's first rocket-powered interceptor aircraft, used by the German Luftwaffe during the 1940s. Sourced from Mary Evans Prints Online, this rights managed image delivers a stunning visual representation of the Me-163A V1 Komet prototype. Ideal for aviation enthusiasts, history buffs, or anyone looking to add a touch of vintage charm to their home or office, this high-quality poster print is sure to make a bold statement. Experience the thrill of the past with this captivating piece of aviation history.

A2 Poster (59.4 x 42cm, 23.4" x 16.5" inches) printed on 170gsm Satin Poster Paper. Securely packaged, rolled and inserted into a strong mailing tube and shipped tracked. Poster Prints are of comparable archival quality to our Photographic prints, they are simply printed on thinner Poster Paper. Whilst we only use Photographic Prints in our frames, you can frame Poster Prints if they are carefully supported to prevent sagging over time.

Poster prints are budget friendly enlarged prints in standard poster paper sizes (A0, A1, A2, A3 etc). Whilst poster paper is sometimes thinner and less durable than our other paper types, they are still ok for framing and should last many years. Our Archival Quality Photo Prints and Fine Art Paper Prints are printed on higher quality paper and the choice of which largely depends on your budget.

Estimated Product Size is 59.4cm x 42cm (23.4" x 16.5")

These are individually made so all sizes are approximate

Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.


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EDITORS COMMENTS
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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