Corgi 1/48 Fokker D.VII OAW Ltn. Wilhelm Leusch

1/48 Fokker D.VII OAW Ltn. Wilhelm Leusch by Corgi delivers a detailed ready-to-display First World War aircraft model for WWI aviation collectors, military aircraft enthusiasts and scale model displays.

Featuring:

• Diecast Construction: Gives you a finished aircraft model with a substantial metal build.
• Distinctive Dragon Artwork: Recreates the striking dragon design carried by Leusch's Fokker D.VII.
• Detailed Painted Finish: Captures the aircraft's period markings and distinctive appearance.
• Display Base and Cradle: Gives you two display components for presenting the aircraft in your collection.
• Limited Edition Certificate: Adds collectible value to this Corgi Aviation Archive release.

Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):

• Length: 14.6 cm
• Wingspan: 18.5 cm
• Height: 6 cm

Technical Specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Manufacturer: Corgi Aviation Archive
• Model: Fokker D.VII (OAW)
• Pilot: Ltn. Wilhelm Leusch
• Unit: Royal Prussian Jasta 19
• Historical Period: First World War
• Material: Diecast metal
• Finish: Painted
• Display Cradle: Included
• Display Base: Included
• Limited Edition Certificate: Included
• Paint: Not required
• Glue: Not required
• Modelling Tools: Not required
• Assembly: None required

Perfect for WWI aircraft collectors, Fokker D.VII enthusiasts, military aviation fans, Corgi Aviation Archive collections and 1:48 scale aircraft displays.

Why this aircraft matters

The Fokker D.VII became one of Germany's notable fighter aircraft of the First World War. This model represents an OAW-built Fokker D.VII associated with Ltn. Wilhelm Leusch of Jasta 19 during the final weeks of the war.

Leusch joined the Luftstreitkräfte in October 1914 and initially flew artillery spotting missions over the Western Front. After joining Royal Prussian Jasta 19 in April 1917, he began scoring aerial victories. He later took command of the unit in October 1918 and finished the war with five confirmed enemy aircraft destroyed.

Livery and Finish

The aircraft is particularly recognisable for its painted dragon artwork. Corgi records that the dragon was an almost exact copy of an image used in advertising by the Unterberg & Helme Company, known for producing engine ignition systems.

The Fokker was photographed during the final weeks of the Great War and was later pictured under French control. The unusual dragon artwork gives this aircraft a distinctive identity within First World War aviation history.

How to use it

Display your model on its included base or cradle on a desk, shelf, cabinet or within a WWI aviation collection. The finished diecast model requires no paint, glue, modelling tools or assembly.

This is a diecast model. It is fragile and not recommended for kids.