Italeri Tu-22M2 Backfire-B Fighter 1/72 Scale 1440 Spooky Savings
Original price was: $92.99.$79.04Current price is: $79.04.
1 in stock
Description
Original moulds from esci – new super decals for 3 versions – colors instruction sheet
Contains 1 model
Developed in the late 1960s, the Tupolev TU-22M “Backfire” entered service with the Soviet Air Force during the 1970s and can be considered, due to its distinctive design, an icon of the Cold War. The “Backfire” is a twin-engine strategic bomber with variable-geometry wings capable of carrying and deploying both nuclear and conventional weapons. An advanced aircraft for its time, it represented a significant improvement over previous Soviet strategic bombers. Thanks to its two powerful engines mounted under the tail, the Tupolev bomber could reach speeds of Mach 1.9, posing a formidable threat to U.S. and NATO air defenses. The “Backfire” was also specialized in conventional attacks against surface ships. With the dissolution of the Soviet Union, a large number of TU-22Ms were utilized by the Russian Air Force, with subsequent upgrades in avionics and propulsion systems.
Assembly and painting required. Kit does not include model cement glue, paint, and tools. Adult supervision where required.
Contents subject to change.
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