{"product_id":"hobby-master-ha6518-1-72-mikoyan-mig-29mu1-fulcrum-c-ukrainian-air-force-yellow-57-digital-camouflage-2014","title":"Hobby Master HA6518 1:72 Mikoyan MiG-29MU1 Fulcrum-C Ukrainian Air Force Yellow 57 Digital Camouflage 2014","description":"\u003ch5\u003eDescription\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA visually striking and highly detailed 1:72 scale diecast representation of a Ukrainian Air Force Mikoyan MiG-29MU1 Fulcrum-C carrying an elaborate digital camouflage scheme.\u003c\/strong\u003e Released as part of the Hobby Master Air Power Series, HA6518 depicts aircraft “Yellow 57” during 2014.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe MiG-29MU1 programme was developed to modernise Ukraine's existing MiG-29 fleet. Improvements included upgraded navigation, communications and radar-related systems intended to extend the aircraft's service life and improve its operational effectiveness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYellow 57 received a major overhaul and was subsequently refinished in the Ukrainian Air Force's distinctive digital camouflage. The complex pattern combines white, light grey, dark grey and black areas across the wings, fuselage and twin tail surfaces, giving the aircraft a highly recognisable contemporary appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe aircraft also carries blue and yellow Ukrainian national insignia, orange-bordered roundels and an individual trident emblem applied along the upper fuselage. These markings contrast sharply with the angular digital pattern and make this one of the most distinctive modern MiG-29 schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned as a high-performance air-superiority fighter, the MiG-29 first flew in 1977. Its twin engines, widely spaced air intakes, high-mounted canopy and excellent manoeuvrability made it a formidable short-range fighter, while later upgrades expanded its navigation, weapons and multi-role capabilities.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Hobby Master release features extensive diecast construction, a detailed cockpit beneath a clear canopy, removable external stores and accurately reproduced twin engine exhausts. Further details include the intricate digital camouflage, authentic Ukrainian markings, removable landing gear and the original Hobby Master presentation display stand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFact Sheet\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hobby Master\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeries:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air Power Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel code:\u003c\/strong\u003e HA6518\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAircraft:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mikoyan MiG-29MU1 Fulcrum-C\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTactical Markings:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yellow 57\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUnit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ukrainian Air Force\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Scheme:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ukrainian digital camouflage\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTheatre \/ Base:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ukraine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate\/Period:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2014\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOperator \/ Country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ukrainian Air Force \/ Ukraine\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air-superiority and multi-role fighter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1:72\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRange:\u003c\/strong\u003e Air Power Series\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavyweight diecast metal with quality sub-components\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/strong\u003e Authentic Ukrainian Air Force markings, Yellow 57 identification, elaborate digital camouflage, Ukrainian trident insignia, detailed cockpit with clear canopy, removable external stores, detailed twin engine exhausts, removable landing gear and original presentation display stand\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eModel Dimensions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tcv-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e 9.5\" or 24.1 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth (Wingspan):\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.25\" or 15.9 cm\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch5\u003eCondition\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel Condition - Excellent (8\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere is a small area of paint loss to the leading edge of one wing, along with slight paint wear to the side of the exhaust, visible as a silver line and highlighted by the red arrow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe model also has some general light handling marks, although none are considered significant.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eComes complete. The stand is still sealed and has not been used.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBox condition - Very Good (7\/10)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe inner box shows wear to the underside, with a tear to the inside of the lid and a crease to the opposite corner.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePhotographed under studio lighting to highlight even the smallest imperfections. Buy with confidence, what you see is exactly what you get.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAny imperfections are shown in the images and description. Refer to the grading tab for more details. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Hobby Master","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57722453754238,"sku":null,"price":70.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0773\/4640\/6704\/files\/IMG_4669.jpg?v=1784807331","url":"https:\/\/www.thecollectablesvault.com\/products\/hobby-master-ha6518-1-72-mikoyan-mig-29mu1-fulcrum-c-ukrainian-air-force-yellow-57-digital-camouflage-2014","provider":"The Collectables Vault","version":"1.0","type":"link"}