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Modelsvit 72055 M-55 "Geophysica" research aircraft 1/72 – Plastic model kit

Modelsvit 72055 M-55 "Geophysica" research aircraft in 1/72 scale is an exceptional plastic model kit of a research aircraft, recreating in the finest detail the legendary design of Soviet specialist aviation. The M-55 "Geophysica" (NATO designation: Mystic-B) is a twin-engine, high-altitude jet designed by the Myasishchev design bureau in the Soviet Union. The aircraft was developed in the 1980s as a platform for atmospheric, meteorological, and ecological research, finding active use especially during international research campaigns such as the European CRISTA atmospheric experiments or ozone layer testing in the Arctic and Antarctic regions.

This model in the plastic model kit category stands out thanks to the high quality of detail on the fuselage, wings, and cockpit. The kit includes sprues made from high-quality plastic with fine, recessed panel lines, inspection panel replication, detailed landing gear, and pilot cockpit interior. The kit also comes with a transparent cabin part – injection-molded glazing featuring excellent clarity, perfect for displaying the detailed cockpit.

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for aircraft model collections
• Country of origin: USSR/Russia
• Period of use: Cold War – modern times (from the mid-1980s to present)
• Kit material: high-quality plastic
• Contains: complete set of parts, clear cockpit elements, decals with research mission markings and Soviet registrations
• Category: plastic model kit

The M-55 "Geophysica" model will be a real treat both for advanced aircraft modellers and enthusiasts of unconventional research designs. Due to the aircraft's unique silhouette and numerous small parts, we recommend this kit to modellers with at least intermediate experience – we rate the assembly difficulty level as 4 out of 5. Building this model requires precision, but the result is impressive – especially after following the correct paint scheme and detailing the cockpit interior.

The excellent quality of the sprues and a rich selection of decals allow for recreating both typical and unique marking schemes, and once assembled the model looks great both on a stand or as part of a larger diorama. We highly recommend this kit to Soviet aviation enthusiasts, science aficionados, and collectors of unique experimental aircraft!