This latest release
from Aerobonus features
two R-73 (AA-11 Archer) Air-to-Air missile. This type of missile was used
on the Su-24, Su-25, Su-27, MiG-23, MiG-29 and MiG-31.
This missile
was under development for 9 years before being put into service in 1982 as
a short range heat seeking missile to replace the R-60 missile. The
targeting system for this missile could be helmet mounted and the minimum
range of this missile was a mere 300 meters (max range was 30km at
altitude). With it's close range ability and simple but effective
vectored exhaust gave this missile a high degree of capability.
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The quality of the resin casting is
flawless and bubble free. These 2 missiles come with clear seeker
heads and an exhaust part plus the missile body, missile head with addition tiny
fins that will need to be attached. There
are 3 pages of instructions that explain how to assemble and decal your
missiles.
There is
nothing that adds a finishing touch to your model better than a full
weapons load and these missiles are just the item to add to your next
Su-24, Su-25, Su-27, MiG-23, MiG-29 and MiG-31.
You can purchase this and other
fine resin detail items directly from Aerobonus
or from the many retailers that carry their products.
I would like to
thank Aerobonus for
providing me with this product sample.
Steve
Bamford
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