Big Model 1440073 JAK-40 ANGOLA 1/144 – plastic model kit

Big Model 1440073 JAK-40 ANGOLA 1/144 is a high-quality plastic model kit replicating one of the most recognizable Soviet jet airliners – the Yak-40. It is intended for self-assembly and painting, while finishing the model will allow you to achieve a realistic 1/144 scale replica. The set features the model in a unique Angolan government livery, making this project appealing to both beginner and advanced modelers with a passion for civil aviation and international aviation history.

• Model scale: 1/144
• Original operator's country: Angola (government version), Soviet design (USSR)
• Category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality polystyrene plastic
• Glue and paints are not included – must be purchased separately
• Unique color variant: official Angolan government livery

The Yak-40 is a light jet airliner designed by the Yakovlev design bureau in the USSR. The prototype's first flight took place in 1966, with serial production starting in 1968. The aircraft was used by numerous state and civil operators, especially in Eastern Bloc countries, and was also exported to Africa, including Angola. Its main applications were the transport of VIPs, government officials, and rapid passenger conveyance over short and medium distances. This type of aircraft was actively operated from the Cold War period up to modern times, serving both military and civil aviation purposes.

The Big Model 1440073 kit features precise reproduction of the fuselage, wings, and undercarriage details, based on documentation and archival photos of the actual Angolan Yak-40. Well-sculpted panel lines and cockpit elements allow for accurate miniature finishing. Thanks to the 1/144 scale, the model does not take up much space, yet offers a range of details that will satisfy even demanding hobbyists. The assembly difficulty level is rated 2 out of 5 – suitable for beginner and intermediate modelers.

We recommend Big Model 1440073 JAK-40 ANGOLA 1/144 to every aviation enthusiast with an interest in exotic liveries, as well as collectors of civil and government aircraft models. It is an ideal addition to both historical and modern aircraft model collections.