1/72 Clear Prop I-16 Type 5 (1938-1941) 72025

1/72 Clear Prop I-16 Type 5 (1938-1941)

Build the legendary Soviet fighter with this 1/72 scale I-16 Type 5 from Clear Prop. This precision model kit captures the Polikarpov I-16 as it appeared during the critical period from 1938 to 1941, when it saw extensive combat in the Spanish Civil War, conflicts with Japan, and the early stages of World War II.

Kit Contents

• Plastic Parts: Precision-molded components with crisp detail and excellent fit
• Decals: High-quality decal sheet with authentic markings from 1938-1941 period
• Assembly Guide: Detailed instructions for straightforward assembly
• Scale: 1/72
• Skill Level: Suitable for intermediate to advanced modelers

About the I-16 Type 5 (1938-1941)

The Polikarpov I-16 was a revolutionary Soviet fighter aircraft that became one of the first low-wing cantilever monoplanes with retractable landing gear to enter service. The Type 5 variant, produced from 1938 to 1941, featured improved armament and became one of the most widely produced versions. During this period, the I-16 saw intense combat over Spain, Mongolia (against Japanese forces at Khalkhin Gol), and Finland during the Winter War. Despite being outclassed by newer fighters by 1941, the I-16 remained in frontline service during the early stages of Operation Barbarossa, where Soviet pilots used its excellent maneuverability to fight against technologically superior German aircraft.

Complementary Products

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