Italeri 1/72 184 Russian Mig-29 Fulcrum-A Jet Fighter Aircraft

The first prototype of the MIG-29 was first flown in 1978. The plane became operational in 1984. The Soviet Air Force is believed to have a substantial number (about 500 units) in service. The fighter is armed with one 23 mm rotary cannon plus two R60 Aphid or A-1 1 close-range anti aircraft missiles and four Apex or AA-10 medium range missiles. Technical details: Wing span: 11.5 m.; Length: 17 m.; Height: 4.5 m.; Max. speed 2445 km/h above 11,000 m