Fokker E.V/D.VIII 3.0
one of us is excited ... one is cautiously optimistic ... one is doing the math ... one still doesn't believe ...
works on Fokker E5/D8 3.0 has officially started ... so whichever one you relate to, this page is for you. here you'll find everything there is to know, from reservations, progress updates, to the reasoning behind our decisions, all with the transparency you deserve ... same quality, same build logic as D7 OAW 3.0
what's on offer ?
no less than eight exciting schemes
7 Premium Editions ...
all-in again ... up to the Modelkasten rigging wire ... no need for expensive aftermarket
... and 1 Special Edition
Jasta GF ... what else ... with just a little more
1/32 Fokker DVIII 3.0 Zero - Reservation
history inspires us ... imagination sets us free.
as the latest addition to Jasta GF, Fokker D.VIII Zero combines the legendary Flying Razor with the iconic styling of the Japanese Zero, creating a bold "what if" that celebrates two defining chapters of aviation history.
other than the usual Limited Edition style boxart and corresponding artwork bag gift wrapping ... comes with two alternate top wing templates, one closely resembling the iconic Zero, the other free interpretation
where the flying razor meets the rising sun
3.0 ?
in a nutshell
single cockpit cell
what may look daunting at first ... turns into a joyride in the unfolding .. it is as if all those beautiful details say to you ... come and get me ... it's the single most amazing piece of engineering
single fuselage
if technology doesn't allow it ... tough luck ... but if it does ... we call that a shame hiding behind that good old excuse "because it has always been done like that" ... no more seamlines to fill
snap-in
#gothafit at its best ... a highlight on the journey ... just snap-in the cockpit cell into the fuselage ... without the need for glue. tolerances are insane ... but that's what cutting edge engineering is all about
light weight
3.0 sits at roughy half the weight of its comparable injection-moulded counterparts that isn't just a statistic. no hidden metal reinforcements. no oversized engineering compromises. our struts simply hold.
multi-colored
printed in multiple colors, each part is matched to the material or finish it represents. This minimizes the amount of primer required, helping preserve every bit of the fine surface detail we've worked so hard to engineer. And yes... it looks pretty damn cool unpainted, too.
see-tru fx
the fuselage is printed so thin that light passes straight through it, as for real ... opening the door to subtle visual effects that simply weren't possible before. carefully aligning interior and exterior decals made our job considerably more demanding, but we gladly accepted the challenge
3D ... 100% that is
say goodbye to such things as photo-etch that were once needed to achieve tiny detail. working with a single material delivers a more enjoyable building experience from start to finish
CA glue ... naaah
virtually eliminating that dreadful hit-and-miss CA, we combine #gothafit snap-in with #gothaflash, a truly innovative resin UV based curing solution. our customers absolutely love it, as it even beats good old plastic cement by a mile.
next-level presentation
unlike simply throwing everything into a cardboard box, we believe unboxing is an integral part of the experience. every component is thoughtfully presented and carefully protected, ensuring safe arrival while making the unboxing feel as special as the build itself.
... and a little more
... no stress
yes ... Fokker E5/D8 3.0 will feature that characteristic stressed plywood skin often seen around and between the wing struts, subtle deformations believed to have resulted from material friction. it's one of those distinctive features that gives the aircraft so much character and something that has never been reproduced before.
our mission is to faithfully recreate those historical quirks, not the original production standards. Anthony Fokker and impeccable manufacturing quality may not have been the closest of friends... we are
how long will it take?
GasPatch has set a target of end of this year, so considerably faster than D7 OAW 3.0 ... for good reason
shared parts
although mass production was still in its infancy, Fokker - and by extension, the German aviation industry - reused many components across different aircraft. Our beautifully detailed Fokker seat is just one example.
readily available assemblies
unlike D7 OAW 3.0, where the Mercedes D.III family had to be developed from scratch, Fokker E5/D8 3.0 benefits from existing GasPatch subassemblies, such as the beautifully detailed Oberursel rotary engine.
less inventing ... more refining
the assembly philosophy also directly carries over from D7 OAW 3.0. features such as the single cockpit cell sliding into the fuselage have already been proven, allowing us to spend less time inventing new solutions and more time refining existing ones.
that said, after working together for some time now, we've also learned that a Greek "tomorrow" can occasionally resemble a Spanish "mañana", perhaps at best translated as the "day after tomorrow".
we've come to accept that as part of the process ... we'd much rather wait a little longer for something done properly than rush it out before it's ready.
deadlines may move ... our standards won't.
how much will it cost?
unfortunately, final pricing cannot yet be confirmed given the current volatile economic climate. to help you decide whether E5/D8 3.0 is the right addition to your hangar, we'd nevertheless like to share our current intentions.
our aim is to position E5/D8 3.0 at slightly lower price points (€200–225) compared to D7 OAW 3.0 (€225-250), reflecting its less substantial size. however, we prefer not to commit figures until we are confident we can honor them. what we can commit to is that, even in the worst-case scenario, pricing will not exceed D7 OAW 3.0's price points.
we will communicate final pricing as soon as it is confirmed.
what about preordering?
until august 31, 2026
reservations
lengthy development of D7 OAW 3.0 taught us an important lesson.
while pre-orders remain an invaluable way of gauging demand and planning production, we don't believe it's fair - and it was never our intention - to ask customers to pay a full amount so far in advance.
E5/D8 3.0 will therefore be offered through a reservation mechanism instead, following a two-step timeline.
to secure your next aircraft we simply ask for a €50 reservation fee. existing #gothaforce kit owners enjoy a 50% discount on that amount to reflect the special treatment they deserve.
reservations come with its associated benefits.
we believe this strikes a much healthier balance. it still gives us the information we need to plan production responsibly, while at the same ensuring your precious money isn't tied up any longer than necessary. used in this way, reservations benefits everybody involved.
September 1, 2026 onwards
deposits
from September 1st onwards, it will still remain possible to secure your next aircraft, by placing a similar €50 deposit to secure your place in the production queue.
however, early believer reservation benefits as repeated hereunder ... will no longer apply.
reservations benefits include a complimentary A2 Billboard, immediate qualification towards your Pour Le Mérite tier, as well as the 50% Pour Le Mérite privilege on the reservation fee for existing #gothaforce kit owners
one month before final release
(pre)-ordering
approximately one month before release, the reservation-deposit phase officially comes to an end.
at that point, all reservations and deposits will be converted into the corresponding physical product at the final confirmed kit price
as the delivery timeline is now sufficiently concrete, we'll also contact you to arrange payment of the remaining balance.
for those #gothafans who placed their reservation on or before August 31, this is also the moment to choose your complimentary A2 Billboard and finalize any remaining reservation details.
what's in it for me?
just a mini-me bit more
similar to D7 OAW 3.0, E5/D8 3.0 reservations come with benefits, valid until August 31st, 2026
existing #gothaforce kit owners enjoy a 50% reduced reservation fee through their Pour Le Mérite privilege, paying just €25 instead of €50. every reservation includes a complimentary A2 Billboard of your choice and last but not least, immediately qualifies towards your #gothaforce Pour Le Mérite tier.
We believe early support deserves more than simply a place in line
friends ... with benefits
existing #gothaforce kit owners enjoy a 50% privilege on the standard €50 reservation fee, our way of giving those who believed in us first the special treatment they deserve. there's nothing you need to do. simply sign in with your email address and your Pour Le Mérite privilege will be applied automatically when you add a reservation to your cart.
A2 billboard
every reservation includes a complimentary A2 Billboard of your choosing. printed in large A2 format, these premium artworks celebrate the unique character of each aircraft and make the perfect companion to your build, or a striking display piece in their own right.
Pour Le Mérite
your reservation immediately counts as a qualifying #gothaforce kit towards your Pour Le Mérite tier, allowing you to unlock or progress your lifetime privileges on our curated supplies assortment, even before your aircraft is delivered
first-come ... first serve
naturally, reservations will be fulfilled on a first-come, first-served basis. while that may seem obvious, it remains the fairest way to reward early supporters and gives you the best opportunity to be among the first to enjoy your precious Fokker E5/D8 3.0 once production begins.
answers to further questions
why reservations instead of just pre-orders?
D7 OAW 3.0 taught us an important lesson.
We believe pre-orders serve a valuable purpose if used as intended: to help gauge interest, fine-tune production, and ensure better alignment between supply and demand. Used in that way, they only benefit everyone involved. We don't believe they should tie up customers' money for an extended period of time.
Development of our inaugural D7 OAW 3.0 ultimately took much longer than any of us had anticipated. Although we remained transparent throughout the process, we became increasingly uncomfortable with customers having a full purchase amount tied up for so long. That was never our intention.
We believe a reservation system strikes a much healthier balance. It still gives us the production insight we need while ensuring your money isn't tied up any longer than necessary.
what benefits are associated with making a reservation?
Reservations come with several exclusive benefits.
Existing #gothaforce kit owners can reserve any E5/D8 3.0 Edition at a privileged €25 rate instead of the standard €50 fee. It's our way of giving those who already believed in us the special treatment they deserve. The reservation page always displays the standard €50 reservation fee. If you are an existing #gothaforce kit owner, your Pour Le Mérite privilege automatically applies the 50% reduction when you add a reservation to the cart.
Similar to D7 OAW 3.0 pre-orders, every reservation also includes a complimentary A2 Billboard of your choice.
Reservations are fulfilled in the order they are received, giving early supporters the first opportunity to receive their aircraft.
Finally, every reservation immediately qualifies towards your #gothaforce Pour Le Mérite tier, exactly like a qualifying kit purchase, allowing you to start unlocking or progressing your lifetime privileges straight away.
do reservations end and if so, when?
Reservations follow a two-step timeline.
Reservations close on August 31, 2026. Until that date, you can secure your edition with a reservation and enjoy all associated benefits, including the 50% Pour Le Mérite reservation discount for existing #gothforce kit owners, the complimentary A2 Billboard of your choice and immediate qualification towards your #gothaforce Pour Le Mérite tier.
After August 31 2026, it will still be possible to place a €50 deposit. While this will continue to secure your place in the queue on a first-come, first-served basis, the abovementioned reservation benefits will no longer apply.
Approximately one month before release, we'll contact everyone who has reserved or placed a deposit to arrange payment of the remaining balance. At that point, the reservation phase officially ends, reservations and deposits are converted into the corresponding physical product, and the final confirmed kit price becomes applicable.
why is final pricing not confirmed yet?
Our intention is to position Fokker E5/D8 3.0 at slightly lower price points than D7 OAW 3.0, reflecting the aircraft itself. With its single parasol wing and lower overall parts count, it is a less substantial kit.
That said, we're not yet ready to make a firm commitment. Material prices and manufacturing costs remain very volatile, and we'd rather commit a final price only once we're confident we can honor it.
At the same time, we fully understand that having an estimated price helps you decide whether reserving an edition makes sense. In the interest of complete transparency, based on today's projections our target pricing is €200 for Premium Editions and €225 for the Jasta GF Special Edition.
The only firm assurance we can give today is that, even in the worst-case scenario, E5/D8 3.0 will not cost more than D7 OAW 3.0. We'll communicate the final confirmed pricing as soon as it has been established.
do reservations incur shipping costs?
No. Reservations are treated as digital products, so they do not incur shipping costs and have no impact on your shipping calculation.
If however your order also contains physical products, normal shipping charges will apply but only to those items. The reservation itself is ignored for shipping purposes, giving you the possibility to combine it with other purchases in a single order
lick it ... or leave it
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