Armaments In Miniature LLC announces the release of a 12mm (1/144) scale Drachen German WWI Observation Balloon.
This observation balloon was first used in 1911 and was used by all nations involved in WWI from 1914 on. From late 1916, the Allies gradually replaced the Drachen with the French designed "Caquot" Observation Balloon. However the Drachen continued to be used also until the end of the war.
Cost of the model is $18.00 USD.