Aerobonus 480024 R-73 (AA-11 Archer) air-to-air missile – Scale 1:48

Aerobonus 480024 is a precisely designed model of the R-73 (AA-11 Archer) air-to-air missile in 1:48 scale. This high-quality kit is dedicated to demanding aircraft modelers who wish to enhance their replicas of modern fighters with faithfully reproduced armament.

• Scale: 1/48
• Manufacturer: Aerobonus
• Category: Resin model created by casting method
• Material: high-quality resin

The R-73, known in NATO nomenclature as the AA-11 Archer, is a Russian short-range air-to-air missile. It entered service in the late 1980s in the Soviet Union and is still used today by the Russian Federation as well as many former Eastern Bloc countries and other export users. The missile is distinguished by its advanced infrared homing, high maneuverability, and innovative thrust vector control, allowing it to engage targets even at extreme angles of attack.

R-73 missiles have been used not only on MiG-29 and Su-27 fighters but also on newer airframes such as the Su-30 or Su-35 during the Cold War and in post-1990 conflicts, including the Balkans and Syria. This weapon is widely regarded as one of the most effective air combat missiles of the turn of the 20th and 21st centuries.

The Aerobonus 480024 product includes a high-quality single-piece resin casting of the missile body, fin details, and mounting elements, enabling easy installation under your aircraft model. The kit does not include metal or photo-etched parts, but the accurately reproduced resin details far surpass typical plastic elements of this type.

The model is recommended for both experienced modelers and intermediate military aviation enthusiasts—it will realistically complete any 1:48 scale fighter model. Difficulty level: 2/5 due to the need to work with resin and precise assembly. With Aerobonus 480024, you will enhance the realism of your modern combat aircraft replica!