Trumpeter 05816 Russian Mi-4 Hound helicopter 1/48 is a high-quality 1/48 scale plastic model helicopter kit that allows for a precise recreation of the legendary Soviet aircraft from the Cold War period. The kit consists of over 150 parts laid out on six sprues, ensuring a wealth of detail and realistic representation even for the most demanding modelers.

The Mi-4 "Hound" was a Soviet multi-purpose helicopter designed by the Mil design bureau in response to the American H-19 Chickasaw, widely used during the Korean War. The prototype made its maiden flight in 1952, and its official debut took place at the famous air show in Tushino that same year. The Mi-4 helicopter was significantly larger than its American counterpart, enabling it to carry heavier loads and a greater number of troops and equipment. It was primarily used by the Soviet Union but was also exported to Warsaw Pact countries and other allied nations.

The operational period of the Mi-4 helicopter mainly falls during the Cold War—from the 1950s until the early 1980s. The aircraft took part in numerous regional conflicts as well as rescue and transport operations. It served as a transport, rescue, and military helicopter.

• Country of use: USSR and allied states
• Model scale: 1/48
• Dimensions: length 340.6 mm, rotor diameter 430 mm
• Parts: over 150 components
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Set includes: clear canopy parts, highly detailed cockpit, detailed crew cabin, photo-etched parts for maximum realism
• Category: plastic model kit
• Glue and paint – to be purchased separately

The Trumpeter 05816 Mi-4 Hound model is recommended for experienced modelers and military aviation enthusiasts. The wealth of details and higher level of construction complexity make this model ideal as an impressive diorama or the centerpiece of a collection. Thanks to the inclusion of photo-etched parts and clear cabin elements, the model faithfully reproduces the realism of the original. Difficulty level: 4/5 – for intermediate and advanced modelers.