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The Horten H.IX, RLM designation Ho 229 (often called Gotha Go 229 due to the identity of the chosen manufacturer of the aircraft) was a German prototype fighter/bomber designed by Reimar and Walter Horten and built by Gothaer Waggonfabrik late in World War II. It was the first pure flying wing powered by jet engines.[1]
It was given the personal approval of German Luftwaffen Reichsmarschall Hermann Göring, and was the only aircraft to come close to meeting his “3×1000” performance requirements, namely to carry 1,000 kilograms (2,200 lb) of bombs a distance of 1,000 kilometres (620 mi) with a speed of 1,000 kilometres per hour (620 mph). Its ceiling was 15,000 metres (49,000 ft).[2]
Since the appearance of the B-2 Spirit flying wing stealth bomber in the 1990s, its similarities in role and shape to the Ho 229 has led many to retrospectively describe the Ho 229 as “the first stealth bomber”.[3] A static reproduction of the only surviving Ho 229 prototype, the Ho 229 V3, in American hands since the end of World War II was later tested by the US military who found the basic shape and paint composition of the mock copy would provide for 20% reduction in detection range against the Chain Home radar of the 1940s, but no significant stealth benefit against most other contemporary radar systems.[3]
Quick Recap
Best Value
- Japan Import.
- Number of parts: 319 points (unpainted / unassembled)
- Molding color: 2 color molding (gray, clear)
- Images posted are those assembled and painted kits.
Rank #4
- Detailed cockpit with instrument panel
- Two 30 mm cannon
- Detailed imitation engine front and jet nozzle area
- Authentic decal set
Rank #3
- Manufacturer: AMP (Ukraine)
- Model number: 72-007
- Scale: 1/72
- Material: Plastic, Decals
- Description: Unpainted, Unassembled, Kit do not contain paints and glue
Rank #2
- This reproduction has a detailed cockpit with instrument panel
- Landing gear may be fixed in the extended or retracted position
- 1: 72 scale, 70 parts, skill level 3
- Decals for 2 versions
- Illustrated assembly instructions
#1 Best Overall
- This plastic model requires assembly and painting. Adhesives, tools, paints, etc., sold separately
- 1/72 scale unpainted plastic assembly kit
- Size when assembled: total length 4.1 inches (103 mm), total width 9.1 inches (232 mm)
- Includes 2 German Air Forces, Japanese Army Air Exam Decals, and Masking Stickers for Clear Parts
- The low profile number of parts gives this unit a precise representation of its unique form
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