DIE-CAST MODEL — 🇨🇿 Czech Air Force — Mikoyan MiG-21MF — Herpa — 1:200 — WITH ORIGINAL BOX — Rare “Farewell” tiger stripe livery —
Prix régulier 40,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Type | MILITARY |
| Scale | 1:200 |
| Brand | HERPA |
| Article Number | 554930 |
| EAN | 4013150554930 |
| Operator | The Czech Air Force |
| Aircraft Type | Mikoyan MiG-21MF |
| Size |
📏 Aircraft Size (real aircraft)
📐 Model Size (1:200)
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| Registration | N/A (retirement scheme) |
| Condition | Mint condition. Complete with original box. Model never displayed and still in original protective plastic. |
Description
- Includes interchangeable cockpit canopy
- Highly collectible Eastern Bloc aircraft
This exceptional 1:200 scale die-cast model represents a Czech Air Force Mikoyan MiG-21MF in its special 'MiG-21 Farewell' livery, registration 1961-2005. Manufactured by Herpa as part of their limited edition series, this model features an exchangeable cockpit canopy and comes with authentic military markings including distinctive black and yellow tiger stripes. The aircraft is presented in a light grey color scheme with Czech Air Force roundels and commemorative markings, celebrating the retirement of this iconic fighter from Czech service. This piece is highly detailed and represents aircraft registration 1961-2005 from Caslav Air Force Base, numbered 4003.
The Mikoyan MiG-21MF is a multi-role fighter aircraft that served as one of the most widely produced supersonic jets in aviation history. This variant features a wingspan of 7.15 meters, a length of 15.76 meters, and a height of 4.12 meters. Powered by a Tumansky R-13-300 engine, the MiG-21MF could reach a maximum speed of 2,175 km/h with a service ceiling of 18,000 meters and a range of 1,100 km. The aircraft had an empty weight of 10,400 kg and could carry 2 × R60/AA-8 short-range air-to-air missiles along with additional weapons including 3 drop tanks. The Czech Air Force operated these aircraft for decades, with this particular commemorative scheme marking the end of an era for this legendary fighter.
This die-cast model represents a Mikoyan MiG-21MF from the Czech Air Force, featuring the striking “Farewell” tiger stripe livery applied at Čáslav Air Base. This special scheme was used to mark the retirement of the MiG-21 from Czech service, making it a highly collectible and historically significant aircraft. The Herpa 1:200 model includes fine detailing and an interchangeable cockpit canopy, faithfully reproducing this iconic final livery.
🇨🇿 About the Operator
The Czech Air Force operated the MiG-21 for decades as a key interceptor aircraft. The type was retired in the 2000s, and special farewell liveries like this one were created to commemorate the end of its service.