Special Hobby 1/48 Heinkel He 177A-3 Greif "Baby Blitz Bomber" – SH48210
Product Description
The Special Hobby 1/48 Heinkel He 177A-3 Greif is an impressive large-scale kit of Germany's only operational heavy bomber of World War II. Nicknamed the "Greif" (Griffin), the He 177 combined the payload of a strategic bomber with the speed of a medium bomber, resulting in one of the Luftwaffe's most technically ambitious aircraft.
This kit represents the A-3 production version and features finely engraved surface detail, a highly detailed cockpit, wheel wells, bomb bay, and accurately reproduced defensive armament. Special Hobby also includes resin and photo-etched components to enhance realism, making this an outstanding project for experienced aircraft modelers.
With a wingspan of nearly 26 inches (66 cm) when completed, this model becomes an impressive display centerpiece.
Features
1/48 Scale
Kit No. SH48210
Highly detailed cockpit
Detailed bomb bay
Finely recessed panel lines and rivet detail
Resin detail parts included
Photo-etched metal parts included
Clear multi-part canopy and transparencies
Multiple historically accurate marking options
High-quality decals
Large finished display model
Kit Reviews
The Special Hobby He 177 has been praised for bringing this historically significant aircraft to 1/48 scale with excellent detail.
Modelers consistently praise:
Excellent overall accuracy
Beautiful recessed panel lines
Outstanding cockpit and interior detail
Comprehensive multimedia contents
Good decal quality
Impressive size once completed
Builders note that, as with many Special Hobby kits, some test fitting and careful alignment are recommended, making it best suited to intermediate and advanced modelers.
Historical Background
The Heinkel He 177 Greif was Germany's only operational long-range heavy bomber during World War II. Originally designed to meet a requirement for dive-bombing capability, the aircraft's innovative paired-engine arrangement placed two V-12 engines in each nacelle, driving a single propeller.
This complex design generated excessive heat and maintenance challenges, contributing to the aircraft's reputation for engine fires. While often remembered for these issues, many of the later A-3 aircraft benefited from improved cooling and reliability compared to earlier production versions.
The He 177 served on both the Eastern and Western Fronts, carrying heavy bomb loads and guided weapons in anti-shipping operations. Despite its engineering problems, it remains one of the most fascinating aircraft of the Second World War.
Condition
Factory sealed
Complete kit
Original decals included
Resin and photo-etched parts included
Box may show light shelf wear from storage (see photographs)
Perfect For
WWII aircraft enthusiasts
Luftwaffe collections
Large-scale aircraft builders
Advanced modelers
Special Hobby collectors
Museum-quality display projects
Shipping
Your model will be carefully packed in a heavy-duty shipping carton with protective padding to help ensure safe arrival.
