Academy 12445 MiG-23S Flogger (1/72) – plastic model kit

The Academy 12445 MiG-23S Flogger in 1:72 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit that offers a realistic representation of one of the most important interceptor fighters of the Cold War era. This set features a detailed model of the MiG-23S Flogger aircraft, designed by the USSR and used primarily by the air forces of the Eastern Bloc countries, especially the Soviet Army as well as military aviation of satellite states like Poland, East Germany, Czechoslovakia, and Bulgaria.

The MiG-23S (NATO reporting name: Flogger) is a Soviet interceptor fighter that entered service at the end of the 1960s, quickly becoming one of the symbols of Soviet air power. The “S” model (Sierijnyj) was the first production version of the aircraft and entered service in 1970. The MiG-23S is distinguished by its revolutionary variable-geometry wing design for its time, which allowed for excellent flight characteristics at both low and high speeds. The aircraft was actively used through most of the 1970s and 1980s, with its participation confirmed in, among other conflicts, the Soviet intervention in Afghanistan.

The plastic model kit from Academy is made from high-quality plastic. The set includes precisely cast fuselage, wing, and landing gear components, detailed armament, optional cockpit and canopy elements, allowing you to build an impressive miniature of the aircraft. The model does not include extras such as metal gun barrels or resin details, but it offers excellent value for money, making it an ideal choice for both beginners and intermediate aircraft modelers. The assembly instructions are clear, which makes construction significantly easier even for those just starting out in modeling.

• Scale: 1:72
• Material: plastic
• User countries: USSR, Warsaw Pact countries
• Period in service: Cold War (1970s–1980s)
• Set does not include glue or paints
• Difficulty level: 2/5
• Category: plastic model kit – military aircraft

We especially recommend the Academy 12445 MiG-23S Flogger to modelers developing their skills in the field of 20th-century military aviation, as well as to collectors of Soviet fighter models. It’s a great base for your own conversions, detailing, and painting. It's well worth adding to your collection for the historical significance of the MiG-23S and the joy of building this excellent model!