ICM 72031 Tu-2S WWII Soviet Bomber (1/72) – Plastic Model Kit

ICM 72031 Tu-2S WWII Soviet Bomber is a high-quality 1/72 scale plastic model kit representing the Soviet Tu-2S bomber aircraft, one of the most recognizable medium-range bombers of World War II. Designed by Andrei Tupolev’s team, the Tu-2 was extensively used by the Red Army from 1942 until the end of the war, and also during the early years of the Cold War.

Tu-2 aircraft played a significant role in combat operations on the Eastern Front, taking part in the Vistula–Oder offensive, the Battle of Berlin, as well as numerous other strategic and tactical missions. The Tu-2S featured an exceptionally modern design for its time – enabling it to carry various bomb loads and defensive armament, which made it highly valued by both pilots and aviation historians.

• Scale: 1/72 – ideal for building a collection of WWII bombers, offering an excellent balance between detail and size.
• User country: USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics).
• Period of use: World War II and post-war years (the first half of the Cold War).
• Material: high-quality injection-molded plastic, ensuring durability and ease of handling.
• Kit contents: plastic sprues with model parts, clear cockpit canopy; glue and paints are not included.
• Category: plastic model kit, requiring self-assembly and painting.
• Does not include additional parts such as metal barrels or photo-etched components, which makes the kit more accessible to modelers of various experience levels.

The ICM 72031 Tu-2S kit features precisely detailed surfaces of the fuselage, wings, and glazing. The designers have also provided realistic landing gear and cockpit interior, allowing for an authentic finished look. Thanks to high-quality molds and a clear assembly manual, the model is a great introduction to aircraft modeling and an excellent choice for more advanced modelers looking to add a Soviet WWII bomber to their collection.

Build Difficulty Level: 3/5 — recommended for intermediate and ambitious beginner modelers alike. The model is perfect for aviation history enthusiasts, military hobbyists, Soviet machine fans, and collectors seeking authentically recreated wartime aircraft in 1/72 scale.