{"product_id":"1-72-vva-14-with-inflatable-pontoons","title":"1\/72 VVA-14 with Inflatable Pontoons","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e1\/72 VVA-14 with Inflatable Pontoons\u003c\/b\u003e by \u003cb\u003eModelSvit\u003c\/b\u003e delivers a bold Soviet experimental aircraft build for modellers who enjoy rare Cold War prototypes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeaturing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInflatable pontoon configuration: Depicts the amphibious landing system designed for water operations.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDistinctive VVA-14 layout: Captures the wide fuselage, high-mounted wings, and unusual engine arrangement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDetailed surface moulding: Fine panel lines and structural detail across the airframe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFinished Model Dimensions (Approximate):\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: 36.1 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWidth: 41.7 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHeight: 7.6 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: ModelSvit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: Beriev VVA-14 with Inflatable Pontoons\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eParts count: Approx. 200\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: Injection-moulded plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly: Required\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePaint\/Glue: Required (not included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRecommended Age: 14+\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePilot Figures: Not Included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePerfect for:\u003c\/b\u003e Experienced aircraft modellers, Cold War aviation fans, and collectors of experimental and prototype aircraft model kits.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhy this kit matters\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Beriev VVA-14 was a Soviet experimental aircraft developed in the late 1960s to counter NATO ballistic missile submarines. Designed to operate from both land and sea, it combined amphibious capability with vertical and short take-off research.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough the programme faced technical and funding limits and never reached operational service, the VVA-14 remains one of the most unusual aircraft concepts of the Cold War. This kit preserves a rare chapter of aerospace history and offers a challenging and eye-catching build.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuild using paint and glue. Display proudly once finished, at home or in your collection cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis is a plastic model kit. Assembly, paint, and glue are required. It is not a toy.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"ModelSvit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46258124292252,"sku":"MSVIT72041","price":118.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0585\/9095\/3628\/files\/MSVIT72041-1.jpg?v=1772222361","url":"https:\/\/www.hobbyco.com.au\/products\/1-72-vva-14-with-inflatable-pontoons","provider":"Hobbyco","version":"1.0","type":"link"}