Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA0182
Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21MF Fishbed Diecast Model
North Vietnamese Air Force, #5121, Pham Tuan, Vietnam, December 1972 |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21MF Fishbed | | 8" | | 3.75" |
In the early 1970's the Vietnam People's Air Force 921 Sao Do was equipped with MiG-21MFs and went on to take part flying against the U.S. "Operation Linebacker". On December 27, 1972 the VPAF claim the MiG-21MF "5121" flown by Pham Tuan shot down a USAF B-52 but this is disputed by the USAF. After the Vietnam War Pham Tuan became the first Vietnam citizen to go into space aboard the Soyuz 37 "Gorbatko". His MiG-21MF "5121" is on display at the Vietnamese Air Force Museum in Hanoi.
Designed as a successor to the Soviet Union's family of early MiG jet fighters, the MiG-21 was first flown on February 14, 1955. This supersonic jet fighter was the first Soviet aircraft to successfully combine fighter and interceptor characteristics. Its delta wing design gave it the ability to climb quickly and its light loading further improved its performance, making it possible for a skilled pilot to successfully engage in dogfights with contemporary enemy fighters. Today, more than 50 years after its introduction, the MiG-21 still serves the air forces of many nations and has become the most-produced supersonic jet in history. © Copyright 2003-2025 The Flying Mule, Inc.
Hobby Master's 1:72 scale MiG-21 is constructed in diecast metal with only the smallest amount of plastic used. The configurable cockpit canopy provides a clear view of the interior and pilot figure and the central air brake is deployable. A G-P9 cannon pod with hand-painted 23mm twin-barrel 23mm can be seen below the cockpit. The wing is crafted of solid metal, and structural details can be seen inside the wheel wells and inboard gear doors. Each wingtip has an integrated fence and air date sensors. Ordnance includes removable fuel tanks and K-13A air-to-air missiles.
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The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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