MAQUETTE À MONTER - Yakolev Yak-1b Accurate Miniatures | N° 3425 | 1:48 **LIKE NEW INSIDE UNOPENED**
Prix régulier 20,00 € TTC 6%
Characteristics
| Condition | Like New Inside Unopened - Intérieur non ouvert |
| Scale | 1:48 |
| Manufacturer | ACCURATE MINIATURES |
| Size of the box | 30 x 17 x 7 cm |
| EAN | 7847760342513 |
Description
As the early Yaks progressed through the ongoing changes that all production aircraft experience, one of the most obvious needs was for better outward vision. This led to the introduction of the "bubble top" canopy, a change which also brought about a new model designation - the series 1b. This aircraft has previously been referred to as a 1m, but factory records indicate that a more proper designation would be 1b. Other improvements were incorporated as well. These included things like a new aft fuselage, revised tail surfaces, armament, various scoops and interior items and most importantly, a significant reduction in weight. The new airplane weighed in at 5,900 lbs, a savings of almost 500 lbs compared to the previous airplane. This reduction, coupled with a boost in horsepower, made a good plane even better. This kit represents an aircraft flying with the 152 Destroyer Unit. The airplane carried colorful slogans and markings that many Soviet aircraft displayed throughout the Great Patriotic War. It should be noted that the wings on these aircraft were constructed almost entirely of wood and therefore had very little surface detail. Of particular note is the very thick armor glass that was located directly behind the pilot. This afforded pilot protection and visibility. The 1200 horsepower Klimov V-12 M-105 PF engine gave a top speed and rate of climb that had been unknown in Soviet aircraft at that point. Without the Yak series, the Great Patriotic War might have had a far different outcome.
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