- A striking aircraft with a natural metal finish highlighted by the number 40 in blue.
About the Aircraft:
- The MiG-21 is a renowned Soviet fighter, operational since 1959 and still active into the 2000s.
- It was designed by the Mikoyan-Gurevich Design Bureau, with the prototype's first flight in 1955. In 1956, it received the official name MiG-21.
- The first mass-produced version was called the MiG-21F, followed by several improved versions, with the MiG-21bis being considered the pinnacle.
- The MiG-21bis first flew in 1971.
- It is powered by a Tumansky R-25-300 turbojet engine, reaching a top speed of 2175 km/h.
- Armament includes a fixed 23mm GSh-23L cannon, and the aircraft has four hardpoints with a maximum weapons load of 1300 kg.
- It was widely deployed and used not only in the Soviet Union but across communist countries.
About the Model:
- This is a 1/48 scale plastic model assembly kit replicating the MiG-21, a masterpiece Soviet fighter.
- The model represents the MiG-21bis variant, a mainstay from the 1970s to the 1980s.
- It accurately captures the profile of the MiG-21 Fishbed, with its delta wings and nose intake.
- Parts are produced by Eduard, ensuring precise assembly; the hump from the cockpit rear to the vertical tail is recreated as separate parts for accuracy.
- Airbrake parts can be assembled in open or closed positions, allowing for customization in appearance.
- The cockpit interior, including instrument panels and seats, is intricately modeled.
- Markings include decals for a natural metal silver aircraft with a blue tactical number 40 on the nose.
- The decal set also includes Cyrillic letters indicating approval by the Soviet Communist Youth League, placed behind the number 40.
Key Features:
- 1/48 scale model of the post-war masterpiece fighter MiG-21bis
- Parts produced by Eduard
- High-quality decals made by renowned Cartograf
Package Size/Weight: 38.1 x 25.2 x 7.4 cm / 564g