The model kit Airfix 02141V Fokker DR1 Triplane & Bristol Fighter Dogfight Double 1/72 is a unique offering for enthusiasts of historical modelling and aviation aficionados from the World War I era. In Airfix's 1:72 scale, you get two iconic fighters: the German Fokker DR1 Triplane, widely known from the legendary dogfights of ace Manfred von Richthofen (the "Red Baron"), and the British Bristol F.2B Fighter, renowned on the Western Front as an effective fighter-reconnaissance aircraft.

• Scale: 1/72
• Categories: plastic model kits, aircraft models, World War I
• Country of use for Fokker DR1: Germany (German Empire)
• Country of use for Bristol Fighter: United Kingdom
• Period of use: World War I (1917-1918)
• Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Box contents: sprue set with parts for two aircraft models, decals, assembly instructions (glue and paints not included)

Historical and Technical Information

The Fokker DR1 Triplane is a legendary German triplane fighter that made its front-line debut in 1917. Thanks to its unique three-wing construction, it was exceptionally manoeuvrable—an asset highly valued by the best Luftstreitkräfte pilots. Its most famous user was the "Red Baron", who scored numerous aerial victories in it. Despite its relatively low speed and limited range, it was a formidable opponent in dogfights, especially over the Western Front.

The Bristol F.2B Fighter represents the pinnacle of British aeronautical engineering of the time. As a two-seater fighter and reconnaissance aircraft, it served reliably in the Royal Flying Corps and RAF from 1917, often engaging in team combat. Its advantages were speed and firepower—machine guns and cannon—which allowed for both effective defence and attack.

Set Advantages and Difficulty Level

• High level of detail characteristic for Airfix products
• Realistic decals with historical markings
• Possibility to recreate classic air battle scenes
• Ideal for intermediate modelers – difficulty level 3/5
• An excellent choice for both aviation history enthusiasts and collectors of World War I models

We especially recommend this set to those who wish to expand their collection with unique aircraft profiles from the World War I era, and appreciate the authentic recreation of historical machines. The kit provides construction challenges, guaranteeing satisfaction from the build and an impressive appearance of the finished models on the shelf.