Tamiya 60781 Ilyshin IL-2 Shturmovik (1/72) — Plastic Model Kit of a Ground Attack Aircraft

The Tamiya 60781 Ilyshin IL-2 Shturmovik in 1:72 scale is a high-quality plastic model kit representing one of the most iconic ground attack aircraft of World War II. Manufactured by the renowned company Tamiya, the model is designed for both beginners and advanced modelers who value precise reproduction and excellent detailing.

Historical Background

The Ilyushin IL-2 Shturmovik is an undisputed legend of Soviet aviation. This single-engine ground attack aircraft played a key role on the Eastern Front from 1941 to 1945, serving as the primary air support for the Red Army’s ground forces. Developed since the late 1930s and mass-produced during World War II, it entered combat service in the very first months of fighting on the Soviet-German front. Known for its remarkable resistance to damage due to its armored fuselage components, the Shturmovik carried out thousands of combat sorties, providing vital support for Soviet offensives during operations at Stalingrad, Kursk, and the liberation of Eastern Europe.

Features of the Tamiya 60781 Model

• Model scale: 1:72 – the perfect compromise between detailed representation and display size.
• Country of original use: Soviet Union (USSR, Russia).
• Period of use: World War II (1941-1945).
• Material: plastic (high-quality polystyrene).
• Model components precisely reproduced based on historical documentation.
• Set does not include glue or paints – these are required to fully complete the model.
• Clear assembly instructions allow even less experienced modelers to easily build the kit.

Tamiya 60781 IL-2 Shturmovik (1/72) is an excellent choice for both aviation history enthusiasts and collectors of World War II military vehicle models. This kit is especially recommended for beginners and intermediate modelers (difficulty level: 2/5). Once assembled, the aircraft looks striking on display, thanks to its beautifully replicated fuselage lines, cockpit details, as well as weaponry and armored components.

By choosing the Tamiya 60781 Ilyshin IL-2 (1:72) kit, you are guaranteed high quality, the renowned brand reputation, and the satisfaction of building this legendary combat machine yourself.

Product category: plastic model kit