Modelsvit 72034 Mirage III V-02 Fastest VTOL ever 1/72 – plastic model airplane kit

Modelsvit 72034 Mirage III V-02 is an exceptionally precise 1/72 scale plastic model kit, representing the experimental supersonic aircraft Mirage III V-02 – one of the most outstanding VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) projects in aviation history. This model is dedicated to Cold War aviation enthusiasts and collectors of rare prototypes.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of origin (original): France
• Historical period: Cold War (1960s)
• Category: Plastic model kit (injection-molded)
• Material: High-quality polystyrene
• Set contents: Clear cockpit sprue, complete decal sheet, detailed instructions, and parts for building eight lift engines

The Mirage III V-02 was one of the most ambitious French aviation projects developed by Dassault in the late 1960s. The prototype was an evolution of the Mirage III fighter design, adapted for vertical take-off and landing thanks to nine jet engines (one main and eight auxiliary lift engines). In 1971, the V-02 set the VTOL speed record by reaching an unbelievable Mach 2 (twice the speed of sound) for a vertical take-off aircraft.

The aircraft was used exclusively as an experimental platform – it never entered serial production but became the foundation for decades of development in the French aviation industry. It was mainly used by the French Air Force during tests of vertical take-off technologies from 1965 to 1971.

Modelsvit ensured a very high quality of detail – the cockpit interior, landing gear, and complex engine layout are all produced with great precision. The kit includes decals with unique prototype markings and parts for open or closed engine bays. The model is a challenge for intermediate modelers, difficulty level: 4/5. An excellent choice for prototype collectors and aviation technology enthusiasts seeking a unique piece for their collection.

Modelsvit 72034 Mirage III V-02 Fastest VTOL ever 1/72 is a recommended product for every modeler interested in experimental aviation, history of technology, and unique aircraft designs.