ITALERI 1440 Backfire B Military Plastic Model Kit Assembly Scale Tu-22M2 172 (Skill 3)

[Model Details/Dimensions] The Tu-22M2 Backfire-B military plastic model kit manufactured by Italeri reproduces a modern Russian bomber reconnaissance aircraft on an impressive scale. The finished model is 59cm long and is a detailed and realistic representation of the original airplane. The dimensions of the kit package are 500 x 355 x 80 mm, which is enough to accommodate all the components needed for assembly. [Skill Level Required (Skill 3)] Intended for model makers with skill level 3 rank and a certain amount of experience. Proper assembly of all the Tu-22M2 Backfire-B's intricate details requires advanced assembly and painting skills, patience and precision. Ideal for those who already have experience with intermediate difficulty models and are looking for a more difficult challenge. ORIGINAL ESCI AND SUPER DECAL MOLDS: The kit uses original ESCI molds, ensuring high quality plastic parts with precise and precise details. Also included are new highly detailed decals for three different versions, allowing modelers to customize the aircraft to suit their historical or aesthetic preferences. Decals add a layer of realism to the final pattern. DETAILED COLOR INSTRUCTIONS: The full-color instructions included in the kit are clear and detailed, guiding modelers step-by-step through the assembly process. The instructions clearly show how to install each component. We also suggest color combinations to achieve an authentic look. These color instructions are especially helpful for seeing details and making assembly easier. Historical background and characteristics: A bomber reconnaissance aircraft used by modern Russia. Designed for long-range missions, it is known for its speed and ability to carry significant bombs. This model gives model makers a unique opportunity to recreate a part of Russia's military aviation history, faithfully representing aircraft features such as variable geometry wings and aerodynamic fuselage. Developed in the late 1960s, the Tupolev TU-22M Backfire entered service with the Soviet Air Force in the 1970s, and its unique design has made it 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. The advanced aircraft of that time constituted a decisive improvement over previous Soviet strategic bombers. Thanks to two powerful engines installed under the tail, the Tupolev bomber was able to reach a speed of Mach 1.9, making it a formidable opponent for US and NATO air defense. Backfire also specialized in attacking conventional surface ships. With the end of the USSR a large number of TU-22Ms were used, and later improvements in avionics and engines were used by the Russian Air Force.