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Franklin Mint Armour B11B299 1:48 Messerschmitt Me 262A Red 13 Heinz Bär

Franklin Mint Armour B11B299 1:48 Messerschmitt Me 262A Red 13 Heinz Bär - Franklin Mint

Franklin Mint Armour B11B299 1:48 Messerschmitt Me 262A Red 13 Heinz Bär

Preowned - Fair (5/10)

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Description

The ultimate mount of a legendary Luftwaffe jet ace. This 1:48 scale diecast model by Franklin Mint Armour (B11B299) represents the Messerschmitt Me 262A-1a "Red 13," flown by legendary Ace Major Heinz "Pritzl" Bär while commanding III./EJG 2 in the final weeks of World War II. Achieving an astonishing 221 total aerial victories—including 16 while piloting the revolutionary Me 262 jet fighter—Bär remains one of the most prolific aces in aviation history. Finished in a meticulous multi-tone late-war defensive camouflage pattern with red fuselage accents and "Red 13" tactical markings, this premium model captures the aggressive, swept-wing profile of the world's first operational jet interceptor.

Ideal for curators of WWII aviation history and elite fighter aces, this Franklin Mint release serves as a definitive historical artifact of the dawn of jet warfare. The model is engineered for heavy scale accuracy, featuring crisp panel detailing, a clear canopy revealing cockpit instrumentation, fixed landing gear, and detailed under-nose cannon ports. This solid, substantial diecast metal model offers a sophisticated display presence for collectors prioritizing provenance and legendary pilot lineage, making it a premier acquisition for any gallery dedicated to pioneer aerospace engineering and the Me 262 legacy.

Fact Sheet

Brand: Franklin Mint (Armour Collection)

Model code: B11B299

Aircraft: Messerschmitt Me 262A-1a Schwalbe

Pilot: Major Heinz "Pritzl" Bär (221 Victories)

Unit: III./EJG 2

Tactical Code: Red 13

Location: Germany

Date/Period: Spring 1945

Scale: 1:48

Material: Heavyweight Diecast Metal

Model Dimensions

Length: 8.75" or 22.2 cm

Wingspan: 10.25" or 26 cm

Condition

Model Condition - Fair (5/10)

The model has been graded as good due to the following condition issues:

The front landing gear cover is snapped at the front.
The rear landing gear covers in the centre have been reglued and are fragile.
There is a very small area of paint loss just behind the cockpit canopy.
There is a repair to the strut on the front landing gear.
There is a thin scratch line to the topside of the left wing.

Box condition - Very Good (7/10)

The box is in very good condition for its age. The plastic display film has detached on either side but remains structurally fine. Some wear is present to the cardboard.

Photographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.

Any imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.

Grading

Grading Criteria

Our grading is based mainly on the physical condition of the model itself, including paintwork, attached parts, repairs, visible wear and overall presentation. Box condition and missing separate accessories are noted separately where applicable.

Mint (10/10)
- As new, with no visible flaws to the model itself.

Near Mint (9/10)
- Very light signs of handling, storage or display only.

Excellent (8/10)
- Light wear or a few tiny marks, but still displays very well.

Very Good (7/10)
- Noticeable wear, small chips or rubs, but still presentable as a display piece.

Good (6/10)
- Obvious overall wear, visible marks or paint loss; better suited as a display or filler piece.

Fair (5/10)
- Heavy wear, larger areas of paint loss, repairs or clearly visible flaws.

Spares / Repairs (4/10 or below)
- Significant damage, missing attached parts, broken components or best suited for restoration/spares.

If a separate accessory, stand, leaflet, certificate or optional part is missing, this will be mentioned in the listing notes. The model may still receive a high grade if the model itself remains in strong condition.

For a full breakdown on how we grade models, please refer to our Condition Grading page.

Returns

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