RS Models 94018 Avia Ba.122 - Zurich 1937 - Frantisek Novak 1/72

RS Models 94018 Avia Ba.122 - Zurich 1937 - Frantisek Novak 1/72 is a precision plastic sports aircraft model kit for self-assembly, intended for modelers who value detail and historical accuracy. The model is made in the popular 1/72 scale, allowing you to build an impressive miniature while maintaining the detailed proportions of the original.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of origin: Czechoslovakia
• Category: Plastic model kit

The Avia Ba.122 is a legendary Czechoslovak aerobatic aircraft that gained fame in the 1930s during the most important European aviation competitions. The version presented in the set was piloted by the famous František Novák during the international aviation competition in Zurich in 1937. Previously, aircraft from this series competed at the Olympic Games in Berlin in 1936, where Novák won third place.

The Avia Ba.122 underwent numerous modifications in its variants, including enlargement of the rudder and installation of winglets on the upper wing to improve flight characteristics. The powerplant for this version was either the Avia Rk-17 or the Walter Pollux engine – both featuring high power output allowing for spectacular aerobatic maneuvers.

• Period of use: 1930s, interwar period
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Contents: Plastic parts for building the model, decals with historical František Novák markings; the set does not include glue or paints
• Additions: No photo-etched or resin parts included

The RS Models 94018 Avia Ba.122 model is dedicated to both beginner and intermediate modelers interested in sports and aerobatic aviation of the interwar period. The build difficulty is rated at 2/5 – assembly should not be problematic for those with basic modeling skills.

This model is recommended for all aviation history enthusiasts, collectors of interwar aircraft, and fans of unique Avia designs. It will make an excellent and unique addition to a collection of historical miniatures.