HOBBY MASTER 1/72 VVS SOVIET AIR FORCE MIKOYAN MIG-23MLD FLOGGER “BORT BLUE 03” (HA5312)
$209.00 (Ex Tax: $190.00)
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Description
Up for sale is a brand new 1/72 VVS SOVIET AIR FORCE MIKOYAN MIG-23MLD FLOGGER “BORT BLUE 03” (HA5312) by Hobby Master.
In the 1960’s the Soviet military required a replacement for the MiG-21 that could compete with the USAF F-14 Tomcat. It had to be very fast, rapid acceleration, carry a larger payload, capable of a high service ceiling, long range and beyond visual range intercept capabilities. The project was given to the Mikoyan- Gurevich Design Bureau that produced the Model 23-11 that first flew on June 10, 1967. Production began in 1969 and eventually completed over 5,000 swing-wing MiG-23s. A ground-attack variant was also produced, the MiG-27.
At Bagram AB, Afghanistan MiG-23MLD Blue 03 was one of the very few aircraft to receive desert camouflage. Late in the 1980s the MiG-23MLD Blue 03 was assigned to the 2nd AE, Center of Flight crew training (Aggressor). The unit had 2 squadrons with the 1st flying Mig-29s and the 2nd MiG-23. The MiG-23s would wear special “star” stripes on both sides of the fin and rudder as well as a sharkmouth. Under the starboard side of the cockpit the MiG-23s had a painted “Brave Viking” holding a cudgel and a helmet with a 2 on it.
This model aircraft is made from die-cast metal and includes extensive detailing. It is similar in quality to Corgi, Gemini Jets, JC Wings, Witty Wings, Century Wings, NG Models and Aviation72.
Includes display stand.
Additional information
| Weight | 1 kg |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 24 × 24 × 10 cm |
| Length | 23cm |
| Wingspan | 20cm |
| Aircraft Family | MIKOYAN MIG-23 FLOGGER |
| Brand | HOBBY MASTER |
| Model Manufacturer | HOBBY MASTER |
| Vehicle Manufacturer | MIKOYAN |
