{"product_id":"12102-azur-a046-polikarpov-i-16-typ-10-rata-132","title":"Azur A046 Polikarpov I-16 type 10 Rata (1\/32)","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eAzur A046 Polikarpov I-16 typ 10 Rata (1\/32) – plastic scale model kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Discover the \u003cstrong\u003eAzur A046 Polikarpov I-16 typ 10 Rata\u003c\/strong\u003e in the prestigious 1:32 scale – an exceptional plastic model kit that will transport any modeler to the realities of the Spanish Civil War and the early days of World War II. This model is produced by the renowned brand \u003cstrong\u003eAzur\u003c\/strong\u003e, famous for faithfully reproducing the details of historical aircraft.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical and technical information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Polikarpov I-16, popularly nicknamed \"Rata,\" was one of the most innovative fighter planes of its era. Originating from the USSR, the type 10 variant was notable for its armament consisting of two ShKAS 7.62 mm machine guns and two ShVAK 20 mm cannons \/ or two additional machine guns. The aircraft was widely used by Soviet aviation, as well as in the air forces of Spain and China, and during the Spanish Civil War, where it became famous for its excellent maneuverability and pioneering all-metal construction with retractable landing gear.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The I-16 type 10 was extensively used during the \u003cstrong\u003eSpanish Civil War (1936–1939)\u003c\/strong\u003e and later during \u003cstrong\u003eWorld War II\u003c\/strong\u003e, serving on the front lines of Soviet aviation until 1942.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eKit contents and materials\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: \u003cstrong\u003e1:32\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry of use: \u003cstrong\u003eUSSR, Spain, China\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHistorical period: \u003cstrong\u003eSpanish Civil War, World War II\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCategory: \u003cstrong\u003ePlastic assembly model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003eHigh-quality plastic\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eThe kit does not include glue or paints\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDetailed sprue with realistic fuselage and wing panels\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClearly represented cockpit and landing gear\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOptional decals for various historical paint schemes\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho do we recommend it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    We especially recommend the \u003cstrong\u003eAzur A046 Polikarpov I-16 typ 10 Rata (1\/32)\u003c\/strong\u003e to advanced modelers and aviation history enthusiasts. The model features a high level of detail that requires precision during assembly and painting, resulting in an extremely faithful reproduction of the original design. It’s an excellent choice for collectors of historical dioramas and all fans of Soviet aircraft from the late 1930s and early 1940s.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty level: 4\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e – the kit requires advanced modeling skills, especially when working with details and painting.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Choose the most accurate \u003cstrong\u003ePolikarpov I-16\u003c\/strong\u003e model on the market and enhance your collection with a machine that forever changed the face of military aviation!\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Azur","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719985680718,"sku":"AZUA046","price":25.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/b38d1fc6f2ec6663e0d3cec9c8e208a6.jpg?v=1755487615","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/12102-azur-a046-polikarpov-i-16-typ-10-rata-132","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}