1/144 Tu-160 Blackjack Bomber by Trumpeter delivers large scale strategic bomber modelling in a compact display size for aviation scale model hobby builders and modern aircraft collectors.
This kit represents the Tupolev Tu-160 “Blackjack”, one of the largest and most powerful supersonic strategic bombers ever built. Known for its swing-wing design and long-range nuclear capability, it remains a key aircraft in modern Russian strategic aviation.
Featuring:
- Swing-wing configuration: Variable geometry wings captured in accurate 1/144 scale detail.
- Clean fuselage detailing: Smooth aerodynamic surface lines reflecting the real aircraft design.
- Undercarriage and weapons bay detail: Optional display configuration for open or closed presentation.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 43.5 cm
- Width: 28 cm
- Height: 9 cm
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: 1/144
- Manufacturer: Trumpeter
- Model: Tu-160 Blackjack Bomber
- Parts count: 120+ (varies by kit configuration)
- Material: Injection-moulded plastic
- Assembly: Required
- Paint/Glue: Required (not included)
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Aircraft: Pilot Figures Included: No
Perfect for: modern military aircraft collectors, strategic bomber enthusiasts, and scale model hobby builders focused on Cold War and contemporary aviation.
Why this kit matters
The Tu-160 Blackjack was developed by the Soviet Union as a supersonic, variable-sweep wing strategic bomber. It entered service in the 1980s and remains the largest and heaviest combat aircraft ever built, capable of carrying both conventional and nuclear payloads over intercontinental distances.
Its design reflects Cold War aerospace engineering priorities, combining high speed, long range, and heavy payload capacity. The aircraft continues to serve in modernised form within the Russian Air Force, making it one of the longest-serving strategic bomber platforms in active use.
This model captures the aircraft’s distinctive swing-wing profile and powerful presence in scaled form, making it a strong centrepiece for modern aviation collections.
How to use it
Build using paint and glue. Use modelling tools for precise wing alignment and seam finishing. Display in flight configuration or parked stance for different presentation styles.