Trumpeter 05828 Mi-24A Hind-B 1/48 – plastic helicopter model kit

Trumpeter 05828 Mi-24A Hind-B is a high-quality plastic model kit of an attack helicopter, allowing you to build a faithful miniature replica of the legendary military machine in 1:48 scale. The replica represents the early Mi-24A Hind-B version, a Soviet combat helicopter used mainly by the USSR and Warsaw Pact countries. The model is intended both for military aviation enthusiasts and collectors of equipment from the Cold War era.

Historical Context and Use of the Mi-24A Hind-B

The Mi-24A Hind-B entered service in the early 1970s. Its distinctive feature was the two-seat glazed cockpit and the ability to transport troops while providing intensive fire support. The helicopter was widely used by the Soviet Army in conflicts such as the war in Afghanistan (1979–1989), where it gained a reputation as a durable and versatile combat platform. Its design combined the functions of a classic transport helicopter and a flying gunship, making the Mi-24A a unique Cold War symbol.

• Model scale: 1/48
• User country: Soviet Union (USSR) and Eastern Bloc countries
• Historical period: Cold War (1970s–80s)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Optional weaponry to choose from – rockets, bombs, pods
• Accurately detailed cockpit interior and troop compartment
• Movable rotors – main and tail
• Set of decals with historic Soviet markings
• Clear, easy-to-follow assembly instructions

Product Advantages and Recommended Audience

Trumpeter 05828 Mi-24A Hind-B stands out thanks to its wealth of detail, precise reproduction of the helicopter's characteristic shape, fully detailed cabin interior, and options for different armament configurations. It is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who value realism and wish to recreate an important episode in military history. The build difficulty is rated at 3 out of 5.

This model is ideal not only for helicopter fans, but also for those passionate about the history of modern conflicts and the military technology of Eastern Bloc countries. Once assembled and painted, the Mi-24A Hind-B will be a striking piece in any modeling collection.

Invest in the Trumpeter 05828 model and create your own miniature of the legendary Mi-24A Hind-B military helicopter that changed the face of the battlefield!