Special Hobby 72289 Mirage F.1 CE/CH 1/72 – Plastic Model Airplane Kit

The Special Hobby 72289 Mirage F.1 CE/CH kit in 1/72 scale is a precisely reproduced plastic model of the fighter aircraft used by the air forces of France and Spain. It offers a comprehensive option for military aviation enthusiasts interested in both the Cold War era and the armed conflicts of the late 20th century.

The Mirage F.1 is a French fighter and fighter-bomber aircraft developed by Dassault Aviation. The CE and CH versions were specifically designed for Spain and Iraq, featuring upgraded avionics and weaponry tailored to the needs of the respective air forces. The Mirage F.1 saw extensive service in Spain from the 1970s, taking part in various NATO missions and peacekeeping operations. Iraqi Mirage F.1 CH aircraft participated in the Iran–Iraq War and Operation Desert Storm. The primary service period of this aircraft was during the Cold War and the turn of the 20th and 21st centuries.

The Special Hobby 72289 kit is a highly detailed plastic model to assemble. The set’s components are made from high-quality polystyrene, ensuring easy assembly and excellent detail replication, including the fuselage, wings, undercarriage, and a richly equipped cockpit. Decals are included to allow for the recreation of several versions of Spanish or Iraqi markings. There are no resin or metal add-ons—the set is exclusively plastic. Glue and paints are not included and must be purchased separately.

• Scale: 1/72
• Operating countries: France, Spain, Iraq
• Material: plastic (high-quality polystyrene)
• Service period: Cold War era, 1970s-1990s
• Category: plastic model kit
• Set includes decals and clear instructions

We recommend this model to both intermediate and experienced modelers who want to expand their collection of modern fighter jets in the unique CE/CH variant. It offers a solid level of detail, an interesting choice of markings, and the excellent quality typical of the Special Hobby brand.

Assembly difficulty: 3/5. The model requires basic modeling knowledge and skills, especially when assembling small cockpit components.