Kovozavody Prostejov KPM0141 MiG-23UB Flogger C 1/72 – Plastic Model Kit

The Kovozavody Prostejov KPM0141 MiG-23UB Flogger C model in the impressive 1:72 scale is a detailed miniature of one of the most recognizable jet trainer-fighter aircraft of the 20th century. Created by the renowned Czech company Kovozavody Prostejov, it is dedicated to demanding modelers wishing to faithfully recreate the silhouette of this Soviet fighter.

Historical Information and Use of the MiG-23UB

The MiG-23UB Flogger C is a two-seat trainer version of the MiG-23 fighter, produced since the late 1960s by the USSR. This aircraft served mainly for training pilots transitioning to operate fighters from the MiG-23 family, but it was also used in combat missions. It was widely operated by the air forces of the Soviet Union and Warsaw Pact countries such as Poland, East Germany, Bulgaria, as well as Syria, Egypt, and India. Its most significant service period was during the 1970s and 1980s, in the era of the so-called Cold War. The MiG-23UB marks its place in aviation history as an important participant in numerous NATO and Warsaw Pact maneuvers, also being present in the Middle East and Asian conflicts.

Characteristics of the Kovozavody Prostejov MiG-23UB 1/72 Model

• Scale: 1:72
• Original user country: USSR and allies
• Period of use: Cold War
• Category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Features: clearly detailed two-seat cockpit, movable variable-geometry wings, extensive set of transfer markings for various versions used by foreign operators
• The model does not include paints or glue – to be purchased separately
• Durable sprue and precise details which excellently present fuselage panel lines and armament faithful to the original

Who is it recommended for?

The Kovozavody Prostejov MiG-23UB 1/72 model is recommended for enthusiasts of Soviet aviation technology and collectors of Cold War-era jet aircraft models. It is also an attractive base for conversion and super-detailing for advanced modelers. The difficulty level is rated at 4/5 – precision requires experience and skill working with small parts, while the number of details provides hours of satisfaction during assembly.

By choosing this model, you invest in a faithful, historic aircraft, whose presence in your collection underlines a passion for military aviation of the Cold War era and develops a modeling hobby for 1:72 scale jets.