Amodel 72356 An-24 Early Version 1/72

Amodel 72356 An-24 Early Version in 1/72 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit representing the early version of the legendary Soviet passenger aircraft Antonov An-24. This kit is an excellent choice for aviation enthusiasts and collectors of historical aircraft from the Cold War era. The set faithfully captures the distinctive silhouette of the narrow-body turboprop, which played a key role in the development of regional air transport in the USSR and other Eastern Bloc countries.

• Scale: 1/72
• Operators: Soviet Union, CIS countries, Africa, China (as Xi'an Y-7)
• Historical period: Cold War, modern times
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Material: High-quality polystyrene plastic
• Model variant: Early An-24 version with a detailed cockpit and accurate decals

The An-24 first took flight in 1959, with its design intended to replace the obsolete Il-14 aircraft. Thanks to its turboprop engines and adaptation to the harsh conditions of provincial airports, the An-24 quickly gained immense popularity – more than 1,000 units were produced worldwide, most of which were operated by airlines of the former USSR and Africa. The version presented by Amodel is the original, 44-seat variant, featuring details characteristic of the first examples used since the 1960s. The aircraft was used in regional civil transport, passenger and cargo transportation, and served as a platform for specialized purposes such as firefighting.

The box includes sprues with sharply-defined fuselage, wing, and tail details, a set of clear parts for the passenger cabin and cockpit windows, precision decals, and step-by-step assembly instructions. The kit does not include photo-etched parts or metal barrels, but the realistic panel lines and excellent fit of the components allow you to create an outstanding replica straight from the box.

We recommend this kit for both intermediate and experienced modelers. The difficulty level is 3/5 – the number of details and the complex interior elements require precision and patience, but the final result will reward every effort. It is an ideal choice for fans of Soviet aviation, collectors of passenger aircraft models, and anyone wishing to enrich their collection with an iconic Cold War aircraft.