Hobby Master 1/72 MIG-21PFM 5040 921st Fighter Regiment Vietnam AF Dec 1972Â
1/72 MIG-21PFM 5040 921st Fighter Regiment Vietnam AF Dec 1972 by Hobby Master delivers a detailed historical display model for collectors of Vietnam War aircraft and Cold War aviation. This is a finished die-cast model, not an assembly kit.
Featuring:
- Vietnam Air Force Markings: Represents MiG-21PFM 5040 of the 921st Fighter Regiment in December 1972.
- Detailed Die-cast Construction: Metal construction with plastic components, pad-printed markings, panel lines, antennas and surface details.
- Display Options: Features optional extended or retracted landing gear, an opening canopy and a display stand for in-flight presentation.
Finished Model Dimensions (Approximate):
- Length: 21.8 cm
- Width: 9.9 cm wingspan
Technical Specifications:
- Scale: 1:72
- Manufacturer: Hobby Master
- Model: MiG-21PFM 5040
- Parts count: Not specified
- Material: Die-cast metal with plastic components
- Assembly: Not required
- Paint/Glue: Not required
- Recommended Age: 14+
- Pilot Figure: Included
Perfect for: Vietnam War enthusiasts, Cold War aviation collectors, 1:72 scale aircraft collectors and modellers building a historical military aircraft display.
Why this model matters
The MiG-21PFM was a development of the Soviet MiG-21 family of supersonic fighter aircraft. Its delta-wing design, compact size and afterburning turbojet gave it the speed needed for interception missions. The type became one of the most recognizable Soviet-designed fighters of the Cold War.
The 921st Fighter Regiment, known as the Sao Do Regiment, operated MiG-21 fighters with the Vietnam People's Air Force during the Vietnam War. MiG-21PFMs were used during the intense air operations of 1972, including the December air campaign. This Hobby Master model recreates aircraft 5040 in the markings of that period, making it a useful display piece for collections focused on the Vietnam War and military aviation history.
How to use it
This is a finished die-cast display model. No assembly, paint, glue or modelling tools are required. Use the supplied display stand for presentation and display it proudly at home or in your collection cabinet.
This is a die-cast display model. Assembly, paint and glue are not required. It is not a toy.