1/48 Tamiya - Heinkel He162 A-2 Salamander

The 1/48 Tamiya Heinkel He162 A-2 Salamander kit offers a precise and well-crafted model of Germany’s last-ditch jet fighter developed during the final months of the Second World War. Also known as the "Volksjäger" or "People’s Fighter," the He162 was designed for rapid production and simple operation, intended to be flown by minimally trained pilots from the Hitler Youth.

Tamiya’s kit captures the compact and distinctive design of the He162 with a high level of detail, including a faithfully recreated cockpit, finely moulded fuselage with accurate panel lines, and the jet engine mounted above the fuselage. The landing gear and undercarriage bays are also intricately rendered, and a standing pilot figure is included for display options. The kit provides markings for multiple Luftwaffe units and offers a straightforward build, making it suitable for both experienced modellers and those new to jet aircraft of the era.