Trumpeter 01666 Shenyang J-31 Gyrfalcon (Airshow China 2014) 1/72

We present a high-quality plastic model kit of the Trumpeter 01666 Shenyang J-31 Gyrfalcon (Airshow China 2014) in 1/72 scale. This model depicts the modern Chinese fifth-generation fighter jet Shenyang J-31 Gyrfalcon, also known as Falcon Eagle or Falcon Hawk, which was showcased to the public at the China International Aviation & Aerospace Exhibition in Zhuhai in 2014. Developed by Shenyang Aircraft Corporation (a subsidiary of AVIC), the J-31 represents the latest Chinese achievements in stealth aircraft technology.

• Scale: 1:72
• Country of origin: China
• Usage period: Contemporary era (post-2012, airshow in 2014)
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Number of parts: 110+
  Clear parts: 5 (cockpit, wing elements)
• Model dimensions: length 249.2 mm, wingspan 159.5 mm
• Add-ons: No metal, resin, or photo-etched parts – fully plastic model
• Manufacturer: Trumpeter (catalog number 01666)
• Category: Plastic aircraft model kit

Trumpeter 01666 J-31 Gyrfalcon reflects the key features of this modern stealth fighter, including a realistically recreated dual internal weapon bay, twin engines, and distinctive twin vertical stabilizers. The kit allows for the construction of an accurate replica of the prototype, which first flew on October 31, 2012. The presented variant refers to the version shown at the Zhuhai Airshow 2014 – a milestone in the promotion of the Chinese aviation industry on the international stage.

The box contains over 110 parts on 10 sprues, with exceptionally detailed panel lines and precise cockpit details. The manufacturer has provided high-quality, clear canopy and position light elements. The kit does not include resin, metal, or photo-etched parts, making assembly easier even for less advanced modelers.

Recommendation: Recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers interested in modern military aviation and stealth technologies. We rate the assembly difficulty as 3/5. Due to its precise details, it will be an excellent choice both as a stand-alone project and as part of a modern military aircraft collection.