Academy 9-12320 1/48 Russian Air Force MiG-21PF Fishbed-D

1/48 Russian Air Force MiG-21PF Fishbed-D

This 1/48 scale Academy model kit lets you build the iconic MiG-21PF Fishbed-D, a famous Soviet supersonic fighter known for its speed and versatility. The kit features detailed cockpit and landing gear, plus five authentic paint schemes representing the Russian, North Vietnamese, East German, and Polish Air Forces. Made from high-quality plastic, it's perfect for intermediate modelers who want a realistic and rewarding build of this classic Cold War aircraft.

- 1/48 scale plastic model kit
- Highly detailed cockpit and gear
- Includes five marking options
- Masking seal included
- Requires glue and paint (not included)
- Great for intermediate modelers

Detailed Features

This 1/48 scale MiG-21PF model features finely molded parts that capture the sleek, delta-wing profile and aerodynamic shape of the real aircraft. Every detail-from the cockpit instrumentation to the landing gear struts-is sharply reproduced, offering a highly realistic and visually impressive final build.

Delicate Panel Line Expression

Features finely engraved surface lines for realistic detail. Each panel line is crisply defined, adding depth and enhancing the model's overall realism. These delicate details reflect the aircraft's structural components, offering a lifelike finish that stands out in any display.

Different Finishing Options

Intermediate-level modellers can enjoy a rewarding build and choose from five authentic paint schemes, highlighting the fighter's service across various countries and air forces.

Background Information

The Mikojan-Guriewicz MIG-21 (NATO: Fishbed) is a Soviet light fighter with a duralumin, half-shell structure, in a mid-wing design, with a delta blade with a 57-degree slope. The prototype flight took place on June 16, 1956. The prototype of the MIG 21 is considered to be the E-5 prototype powered by the RD-11 engine. After its flight, several other prototypes were created, which, incidentally, were breaking various international airspeed records.

The experience gained from them was used to improve the E-5, and finally the aircraft was sent to mass production as the MIG-21F-13 in 1959. There are over a dozen basic versions in production, and along with various subversions, the number of MIG 21 types can be estimated at several dozen! The most important of them is the first mass-produced MIG-21F. It replaced the MIG-21PF version with the RP-21 radar and the R-11F2 engine.