1/72 MIG-31E "MAKS 2005" 903 Russian Air Force 2005

The MiG-31E is an export version of the Foxhound-A, of which the one and only prototype (serial 903) was first seen in 1997. The aircraft has downgraded systems, no active jammer, downgraded IFF and radar. It was offered to India, China and other countries and is presumably the version the Chinese almost bought in 1992. The variant was later cancelled.

Designed as an enhanced version of the MiG-25, the MiG-31 was first flown on September 16th, 1975.

• Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
• Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
• Opening canopies, revealing detailed cockpit interiors.
• Interchangeable extended/retracted landing gear.
• Authentic detachable ordnance loads complete with placards.
• Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.