Academy Plastic Model Kit

Mikoyan MiG-21 MF Polish Air Force (1/48) 12224

The Academy 12224 kit reproduces the Mikoyan MiG-21 MF, one of the most iconic Soviet-designed jet fighters, as operated by the Polish Air Force. Presented in 1/48 scale, this plastic model highlights the distinctive delta-wing design and powerful lines of the MiG-21. With accurate proportions and Polish Cold War markings, this kit offers modellers a detailed and historically significant subject.

• 1/48 scale plastic model kit
• Detailed cockpit and airframe
• Includes external stores and underwing pylons
• Authentic decals for Polish Air Force service
• Represents one of the most recognisable Cold War fighters

Note: This model kit requires assembly and painting. Glue, paints and tools are not included and must be purchased separately.

History:

The Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21, NATO reporting name “Fishbed,” was among the most widely produced supersonic jet fighters in history, serving with over 50 air forces worldwide. The MF variant, introduced in the late 1960s, featured upgraded avionics and the powerful R-13-300 engine, enhancing its combat capabilities. Poland, a Warsaw Pact member, operated the MiG-21 MF extensively during the Cold War, using it as the backbone of its air defence forces. Fast, agile, and capable of Mach 2 speeds, the MiG-21 became a symbol of Soviet military aviation. In Polish service, it flew well into the 1990s, bridging the gap between early Cold War fighters and more modern interceptors. Academy’s 1/48 kit captures this Cold War icon with fine detail and historically accurate markings.