Backyard Zero & Messerschmitt Bf 109

Model Airplane News, Nov 2002

If you're looking for a few new WW II warbirds to beef up your backyard combat collection, here are Hobby Lobby's new Zero and Messerschmitt Bf 109. That's right-one-stop shopping! The almost-- ready-to-cover, 43 1/2-inch-wingspan Zero comes with a white gelcoated fiberglass fuselage, balsa-sheeted foam wings and built-up balsa tailpieces. The kit includes a black fiberglass cowl, landing gear, light foam wheels and a complete hardware package. The Zero was designed for brushless motors and sells for $139.

Scale enthusiasts will love this highly detailed Messerschmitt Bf 109 ARE The 29 1/2-inch-wingspan model comes built and painted with a light foam fuselage, wings and tail. The scale accessories package includes painted radiators, scoops, blisters and air filters made of vacuum-formed plastic. In addition, the ailerons, torque rod and elevator pushrod sheath are all factory installed. Powered by a Speed 280 motor and gearbox turning a 3-blade prop (included), the Messerschmitt Bf 109 sells for $119.

Hobby Lobby Intl. (615) 373-1444; hobby-lobby.com.