A-Model 01459 Soviet Antonov AN-2V floatplane 1/144 – Plastic model airplane kit

The A-Model 01459 Soviet Antonov AN-2V floatplane model is an excellent choice for aviation enthusiasts and collectors of models in the extremely popular 1/144 scale. This kit allows for a faithful reproduction of the Soviet AN-2V aircraft in the floatplane version, equipped with floats that allow takeoff and landing on water. The model is intended for self-assembly from high-quality plastic, ensuring precise details and lasting durability.

Historical information

The Antonov AN-2 is one of the most recognizable multipurpose aircraft of the postwar period, designed in the USSR. The AN-2V version, a modification of the basic AN-2, was equipped with floats, which gave it wide application in remote areas and regions with many bodies of water. The aircraft mainly served in Warsaw Pact countries and many Soviet-allied states. The floatplane versions were used for maritime transport, rescue operations, observation, and support in the Siberia and Far North regions. The AN-2V was in use from the 1950s throughout the Cold War and, in some niche civilian and military applications, even up to the present day.

Kit details

• Scale: 1/144
• User country: USSR (Soviet Union), Eastern Bloc countries
• Period of use: Cold War, modern times
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Product type: plastic model kit
• Extras: glue and paints not included
• Contents: precisely cast parts, realistic float and fuselage details

Recommendation and difficulty level

The A-Model 01459 Antonov AN-2V model is recommended both for intermediate and experienced modelers who prefer collecting Eastern Bloc aircraft or are interested in less common aviation designs. The kit is characterized by its accurate detail reproduction and interesting floatplane subject matter, making it a valuable addition to any collection. We rate the difficulty level at 2/5 – the clear instructions and reasonable number of parts make the model accessible also for those developing their skills in the 1/144 scale.