MMP Books 58822-16 Single No. 16 PZL.23 Karaś II EN

MMP Books 58822-16 Single No. 16 PZL.23 Karaś II EN is a unique book dedicated to one of the most recognizable Polish bomber aircraft from the interwar period and World War II – the PZL.23 Karaś II. This publication has been prepared for modeling enthusiasts and aviation history fans, especially those who want to build a faithful replica of this aircraft in 1/48 or 1/72 scale.

The publication offers 24 pages of high-quality materials, including 6 color pages, featuring both historical photographs and modern, detailed color profiles. Especially noteworthy are the modeling plans in 1/72 and 1/48 scale included in the book, allowing for accurate reproduction of construction details – for both novice and advanced modelers.

• Country of use: Poland, Romania – The PZL.23 Karaś II was the main reconnaissance-bomber aircraft of the Polish Air Force before and at the beginning of World War II. It was also used by the Romanian Air Force after the capture and transfer of aircraft in 1939.
• Period of use: Interwar period, World War II (mainly 1936–1939).
• Contents: Aircraft drawing plan, detail photos, archival photographs, colorful paint profiles of two distinctive examples: the Polish Karaś II (PZL.23B) from the 24th Reconnaissance Squadron and the version used by the Romanian Air Force.
• Category: Modeling publication, aircraft monograph, modeling plans.
• Target group: Recommended for both plastic modelers and aviation history enthusiasts and reconstructors seeking authentic plans and inspiration for dioramas.
• Material usage difficulty: 2/5 – The materials are presented in an accessible way; clear plans and a wealth of photos make the work easier even for beginner modelers building their first replicas of classic Polish machines.

The entire publication is issued in a clear, modern format (A4 size, text in English), making it a valuable source of knowledge for both people building PZL.23 Karaś models in any scale and collectors and World War II history enthusiasts. We definitely recommend it to any modeler interested in Polish aviation and those seeking authentic reference materials.