Hobby Boss 87241 PZL Mi-2T Hoplite (1/72)

The plastic model kit Hobby Boss 87241 PZL Mi-2T Hoplite in 1:72 scale is a faithful replica of the legendary Polish aviation design, widely recognized in both military and civilian history. The Mi-2T is the transport version of the popular helicopter, produced under license in Poland by WSK Świdnik since the 1960s. The model represents a helicopter used by the Polish armed forces as well as many other Warsaw Pact countries, and was also widely operated by nations in Eastern Europe, Asia, and Africa.

The Mi-2T Hoplite helicopter debuted during the Cold War era and was used for transport missions, medical evacuation, liaison, and reconnaissance. It took part in numerous military operations and exercises throughout the 1960s, 70s, and 80s, and thanks to its reliability, it continued to be used up to the present day by both military and civil services.

• Model scale: 1/72 – compact and popular among modelers, allowing for detailed representation while taking up minimal display space.
• Countries of operation: Poland, Warsaw Pact countries, numerous countries of Europe, Asia, Africa.
• Period of use: Cold War, modern times (1960s to present).
• Material: precisely molded high-quality plastic, ensuring durability and detailed parts.
• The set does not include extras such as metal barrels or photo-etched parts – it is a complete plastic model for self-assembly.
• Category: plastic assembly model kit, intended for modelers aged 14 and above.

The Hobby Boss 87241 PZL Mi-2T Hoplite 1/72 model is intended for both semi-advanced and more experienced modelers who appreciate the detail of historic helicopters and Polish aviation engineering. The assembly difficulty level is rated at 3/5 – building requires focus, precision, and basic modeling skills, but a clear instruction manual and well-fitting parts make the work easier.

I highly recommend this product to any aviation enthusiast and collectors of aircraft models related to the history of Poland and Central-Eastern Europe. It is also a great choice for those building Cold War or modern era dioramas, where the Mi-2T helicopter played an important role.