MiG-21MF 1:48 Eduard 8231

Plastic model aircraft kit: MiG-21MF 1:48 Eduard 8231

Plastic model kit representing the Soviet supersonic fighter MiG-21MF in 1:48 scale. The set comes from the esteemed ProfiPack series by the Czech manufacturer Eduard, which guarantees high-quality details and rich additional equipment.

The MiG-21MF (NATO reporting name: Fishbed-J) is one of the most important and widespread versions of this legendary aircraft. It was an export version of the MiG-21SM model, equipped with an R-13-300 engine and an RP-22 Sapfir radar. This aircraft became a symbol of the Warsaw Pact air forces, but it also served in many countries in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, taking part in numerous armed conflicts in the second half of the 20th century.

• Sprues with gray and clear plastic with high-precision surface reproduction.
• A sheet of photo-etched (PE) parts, including colored parts for cockpit enhancement.
• A sheet of masks to facilitate painting the canopy and wheels.
• An extensive decal sheet with markings for multiple users.

• Czechoslovak Air Force, 9th Fighter Aviation Regiment, Bechyne, 1989.
• East German Air Force (NVA), JG 3, Preschen, 1990.
• Egyptian Air Force, Tanta, 1988.
• Polish Air Force, 10th Tactical Aviation Squadron, Łask, 2001.
• Slovak Air Force, Sliac, 1999.
• Soviet Air Force (VVS), 812th UAP, Kupyansk, 1991.

The model is characterized by excellent part fit and detailed panel lines and riveting. Thanks to the included accessories in the ProfiPack standard, the modeler receives a complete set allowing for the construction of a miniature with a very high level of detail without the need to purchase external accessories.

Kit for self-assembly and painting. Does not include paints or glue. For assembly, you will need separately sold modeling tools (e.g., nippers, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g., Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.