1/72 A&A Models Ekranoplan

A&A Models Ekranoplan - 1/72 Scale Ground Effect Vehicle Model Kit

Build one of aviation history's most extraordinary vehicles with this 1/72 scale Ekranoplan model kit from A&A Models. This detailed plastic model kit represents the revolutionary Soviet ground effect vehicle that combined aircraft and watercraft technology to create a unique high-speed transport capable of skimming just meters above the water's surface.

What is an Ekranoplan?

The Ekranoplan (Russian: экранопла́н) was a groundbreaking Soviet-era vehicle that exploited the ground effect phenomenon—increased lift and decreased drag when flying very close to a surface. Developed during the Cold War, these massive wing-in-ground-effect (WIG) craft traveled at high speeds just above the water, making them difficult to detect by radar while carrying heavy payloads.

The most famous example, the KM "Caspian Sea Monster," was one of the largest aircraft ever built, measuring over 300 feet long with a 130-foot wingspan. Ekranoplans combined aircraft speed with ship payload capacity, representing a unique solution to Soviet military transport needs. Though the program was eventually discontinued, these vehicles remain one of the most fascinating examples of Cold War aviation innovation.

Model Kit Features

• 1/72 scale providing excellent detail for this massive vehicle
• Ground effect vehicle design representing unique Soviet WIG technology
• Accurate representation of the distinctive Ekranoplan configuration
• Large wing and hull structure capturing the massive proportions
• Multiple engines mounted on the forward fuselage
• Detailed surface features with authentic panel lines
• Injection-molded plastic parts for precise fit and detail
• Authentic Soviet markings and decals included

Perfect For Scale Modelers

This kit is ideal for 1/72 scale aircraft modelers who appreciate unusual designs, Cold War aviation enthusiasts, and collectors interested in unique Soviet technology. The Ekranoplan's massive size and distinctive appearance make it a conversation-starting centerpiece that showcases one of aviation's most unusual concepts.

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About A&A Models

A&A Models specializes in rare and unique aircraft kits, focusing on unusual prototypes and experimental designs. For more information about their extensive product line, visit the ModelSvit e-shop where A&A Models kits are available.

Product Code: AAM7230