Description

LFG Roland D.II – 1/32 Scale 3D Printed Model Kit

The LFG Roland D.II 1/32 is a highly detailed and historically accurate World War I fighter aircraft model kit, designed for modelers who appreciate large‑scale precision and fine surface detail. This 1/32 WWI aircraft model is produced using high‑quality ABS‑like photopolymer resin, offering crisp detailing, smooth surfaces, and excellent durability compared to traditional resin kits.

Historical Background of the LFG Roland D.II

The LFG Roland D.II was an innovative but ultimately underperforming German fighter. Its advanced Wickelrumpf monocoque fuselage provided excellent aerodynamics, yet the aircraft struggled to compete with frontline fighters of its era. Because of this, many Roland D.II units were reassigned to the Salonika Front, where air combat was less intense. The type also served with Bulgarian aviation units, making this LFG Roland D.II 1/32 model kit especially appealing to collectors interested in rare and regionally significant WWI aircraft.

Model Specifications

• Scale: 1/32
• Length: 216.3 mm
• Wingspan: 280.78 mm
• Total parts: 57
• Material: ABS‑like photopolymer resin (3D printed)

Structural Reinforcement

To ensure strength and perfect alignment in this larger scale, the LFG Roland D.II 1/32 kit includes steel reinforcement rods:

• 1 mm rods for the wings
• 1 mm rods for the horizontal stabilizer

These reinforcements significantly improve rigidity and help maintain correct geometry during assembly.

Marking Options

The kit includes decals and painting masks for three historically documented aircraft:

• Aircraft from Jasta 25 (Imperial German Air Service)
• Aircraft from the Bulgarian Aeroplane School
• Aircraft from the 1st Aeroplane Detachment

This gives modelers the opportunity to build a rarely represented WWI aircraft, including two important Bulgarian variants.

Skill Level

Due to its size, fine detailing, resin construction, and the use of steel reinforcement rods, the LFG Roland D.II 1/32 is recommended for experienced modelers who are comfortable working with precise assembly and 3D‑printed components.

Who This Kit Is For

This 1/32 scale LFG Roland D.II is ideal for enthusiasts of early aviation, collectors of large‑scale WWI aircraft kits, and anyone seeking a visually impressive and historically accurate representation of the Roland D.II.

 

Community builds & reviews

– Full build review on iModeler (first production batch):

https://imodeler.com/2026/05/mdesigns-3d-printed-roland-d-ii-jasta-27-ghistelles-airfield-flanders-belgium-spring-1917/

> The article features a model from the first production batch.

> Several improvements have since been introduced based on builder feedback.

– A detailed step‑by‑step build of the Roland D.II “Knyaz Kiril”, created by British modeler Mike Norris, who documented the entire assembly process on his website:

https://mikesww1aircraftmodels.com/index_html_files/ROLAND-D.II.pdf