A-Model 72172 Mil Mi-10 1/72 – plastic helicopter scale model kit

The Mil Mi-10 model in 1/72 scale from the renowned A-Model brand is a detailed replica of the famous Soviet ‘flying crane’ helicopter. This plastic assembly kit is ideal both for intermediate and experienced modelers wishing to enrich their collection with a unique and rarely seen type of helicopter from the Cold War era.

Mil Mi-10 is a heavy transport helicopter developed by the Mil design bureau in the USSR, making its debut in 1960. It evolved from the powerful Mi-6 and featured an extremely slender, high landing gear, which allowed for loading large containers or vehicles directly beneath the helicopter’s fuselage. These machines were widely used for unusual transport and construction tasks by both Soviet military and civilian aviation, especially in the hard-to-access regions of Siberia for moving heavy equipment and infrastructure components.

• Model scale: 1/72 – perfect for building displays and realistic aviation dioramas.
• User country: USSR (Russia, Eastern Bloc countries).
• Era of use: Cold War (from the 1960s to the 1980s).
• Material: high-quality plastic; kit does not include glue or paints.
• Precisely reproduced fuselage shape, characteristic tall landing gear, and finely detailed cockpit and interior features.
• Option to assemble with opened landing gear and doors, allowing presentation of the model with cargo.
• Clear assembly instructions make the kit accessible for both intermediate and experienced modelers.

The A-Model 72172 Mil Mi-10 1/72 plastic helicopter model is an excellent choice for enthusiasts of Soviet aviation and collectors of heavy transport helicopters. Recommended for modelers with moderate experience due to the need for precise assembly and painting of the model’s distinctive, detailed landing gear and cockpit components.

Building difficulty: 3/5.

The kit offers a satisfying building experience and, once completed, looks excellent displayed alongside other Cold War classics.