Arma Hobby Plastic Model Kit

Yak-1b “Aces” LE Set (1/72) 70030

This limited edition Arma Hobby Yak-1b “Aces” set celebrates the legendary Soviet pilots who flew this nimble and powerful fighter on the Eastern Front. The Yak-1b was a refined and battle-hardened variant, known for its agility, reliable handling, and effectiveness in both air-to-air combat and ground attack roles. This kit features high-quality parts, clear panel lines, and detailed instructions, making it an exceptional addition for collectors and aviation enthusiasts alike.

• Plastic parts for detailed assembly
• Decals offering four historically accurate marking options
• Instructions with canopy and wheel mask templates
• Limited edition release highlighting top Soviet aces

Marking options include:

• No. 58, 152 GuIAP, Maj. Sergei Danilovich Lugansky, July 1944 – double Hero of the Soviet Union with 34 victories. Aircraft gifted by the youth of Alma-Ata.
• No. 5, 427 IAP, Cptn. Pavel Maksimovich Chuvelyov, August 1943 – 5 victories and 1 shared, flown from Sokolniki airfield.
• No. 16, 31 GuIAP, Maj. Aleksei Mikhailovich Reshetov, 1944 – double Hero of the Soviet Union with 22 victories and 10 shared.
• 31 GuIAP, Maj. Boris Nikolayevich Yeryomin, 1943 – 8 victories and 15 shared, aircraft fitted with a reconnaissance camera.

History:

The Yakovlev Yak-1b was a key Soviet fighter during World War II, evolving from earlier Yak-1 variants to improve visibility, armament, and pilot protection. Fast, manoeuvrable, and capable of matching German aircraft like the Bf 109 in the hands of skilled pilots, the Yak-1b became a symbol of Soviet resilience. It served on every major Eastern Front theatre and helped forge the reputations of many decorated Soviet aces. Its combination of simplicity, effectiveness, and versatility ensured its place among the most respected aircraft of the war.