Product Description
Includes masking stickers for a finishing touch.
[About the actual device]
The MiG-21 is a masterpiece of Soviet fighter aircraft that entered service in 1959, and despite various types being produced, it remained in active service well into the 2000s.
The design was handled by the Mikoyan-Gregovitch Design Bureau, and the prototype made its maiden flight in 1955.
It was officially designated MiG-21 in 1956.
The first mass-produced model was called the MiG-21F, and subsequent improved versions appeared over time.
Among them, the MiG-21bis can be considered the perfected version of the MiG-21.
The MiG-21bis made its first flight in 1971.
The aircraft was equipped with a single Tumansky R-25-300 turbojet engine, achieving a top speed of 2175 km/h.
The armament consists of one fixed 23mm GSh-23L autocannon.
The aircraft had four hardpoints, allowing it to carry a maximum of 1300 kg of weaponry.
It was deployed and operated widely not only in the Soviet Union but also in other communist countries.
[About the model]
This is a 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit that models the MiG-21bis type, a Soviet masterpiece fighter jet that played a leading role from the 1970s to the 1980s.
- The model accurately reproduces the distinctive silhouette of the MiG-21 Fishbed, with its delta wings and air intake positioned at the nose.
This kit also includes masking stickers for painting the canopy window frames and tires.
This kit is convenient for finishing touches. The aircraft parts are made by Eduard.
The aircraft's shape is accurately represented, including the reproduction of the hump section from the rear of the cockpit to the vertical stabilizer using separate parts.
Furthermore, the air brake parts can be assembled in either the open or closed position. Choosing between the different finished looks is also part of the fun.
Furthermore, the cockpit interior, including the instrument panel and seats, is also modeled in detail.
The markings reproduce the aircraft with a natural metal silver body and a blue tactical number 40 painted on the nose.
The Cyrillic letters indicating permission from the Soviet Communist Youth League, which are depicted behind the number 40, are also reproduced as decals.
[Main Features]
- A 1/48 scale model of the MiG-21bis, a masterpiece of post-war fighter aircraft.
• Includes masking stickers for easy painting of the canopy frame and tires.
• Parts are made by Eduard.
The decals are made by Cartograf, a company renowned for its high quality.
( This is a machine translation. Please allow for possible misinterpretations in the text. )
Item Size/Weight : 38.2 x 25.2 x 7.4 cm / 569g
Product Specifications
- Item code
- AE-60
- JAN code
- 4545782134834
Purchase Information
This item is limited to 3 per household.