Experience one of WWII’s most iconic fighters with this Hobby Master 1:48 scale Messerschmitt Bf-109E-7, a precision-crafted replica of the aircraft flown by 7./ZG 1 during the North African campaign in 1942. Featuring crisp surface detailing, historically accurate desert camouflage, and well-documented unit markings, this collectible captures the rugged combat conditions of the North African front. Perfect for aviation collectors, WWII historians, and diecast enthusiasts, this model blends historical authenticity with exceptional craftsmanship.
Features
Scale: 1:48
Category: Diecast Model Aircraft
Product Type: WWII Fighter Aircraft
Identifier: Bf-109E-7 “S9+DR” Libya 1942
High-quality construction: Diecast metal with select plastic components
Contents: Opening canopy, detailed cockpit, removable pilot figure, weapons fit, optional landing gear, display stand
Assembly required: No
Product dimensions: 7.5” Length × 8.25” Wingspan
Recommended for collectors ages 14+
World War II Fighter Icon
The Messerschmitt Bf-109E “Emil” served as Germany’s premier single-engine fighter during the early years of WWII, earning a formidable reputation across Europe, the Mediterranean, and North Africa. By 1942, Bf-109E-7 fighters were redeployed to support German forces after setbacks at El Alamein, bringing battle-tested performance to the harsh desert environment.
The aircraft reproduced here, marked S9+DR, belonged to 7./ZG 1 and received a rapid field-applied sand camouflage upon arrival in Libya. Its right wing, left in its original green finish, is a historically documented anomaly—likely the result of limited paint, time pressure, or a replacement wing. S9+DR was later lost during a strafing mission near Fuka, Egypt, making its asymmetric desert scheme one of the most recognizable Bf-109 examples of the campaign.
This Hobby Master model authentically recreates this unique appearance with precise paint application, engraved panel lines, an opening canopy, cockpit instrumentation, and optional landing gear, offering collectors a historically rich centerpiece for any WWII aircraft display.
Specifications
Role: Fighter / Interceptor Powerplant: 1 × Daimler-Benz DB-601A 12-cylinder inverted-V engine Maximum Power: 924 hp (upgraded to 1,070 hp) Maximum Speed: 545–594 km/h (338–369 mph) Range: 412 miles Service Ceiling: 36,000 ft Rate of Climb: Up to 25.1 m/s Empty Weight: 2,025 kg Maximum Takeoff Weight: 2,610 kg Armament:
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