Amodel 01436 An-2 Colt On Ski Gear (1/144) – Plastic Aircraft Model Kit

We invite you to discover a unique offering for aviation and scale modeling enthusiasts – Amodel 01436 An-2 Colt On Ski Gear in 1/144 scale. This is a precisely manufactured plastic model kit representing the famous Soviet biplane transport aircraft Antonov An-2, in the version equipped with ski landing gear designed for operations on snowy and icy runways.

Brief Historical Overview:

The Antonov An-2, known by the NATO codename "Colt," was designed immediately after World War II by Oleg Antonov's design bureau in the USSR. Its first flight took place in 1947. The An-2 is the largest single-engine biplane in the world, widely used for passenger and cargo transport, agricultural aviation, military operations, and as an air ambulance. The ski-equipped version was especially appreciated in the regions of Siberia and Northern Europe, allowing for operations in challenging winter conditions. It was operated by the USSR, Poland, East Germany, China, and many other countries. Period of use: Cold War, modern times.

Amodel 01436 Model Specification:

• Scale: 1/144
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Manufacturer: A-Model
• Material: High-quality plastic
• Kit parts: fuselage, wings, ski landing gear, propeller, cockpit
• Glue and paints not included
• Accurately reproduced details characteristic for the An-2 ski variant
• Ideal model for both beginners and intermediate modelers

Advantages and Target Group:

The Amodel 01436 An-2 Colt On Ski Gear model is a unique choice for collectors of aircraft models related to Cold War aviation and snowy operations. It will be appreciated by both beginners and more advanced modelers looking to expand their collection with a rarely seen version of the popular An-2. Thanks to its compact 1/144 scale, the model is perfect for aviation dioramas and displays, even where exhibition space is limited.

Build Difficulty: 2/5

The model is relatively easy to assemble; however, some basic experience with plastic kits is recommended.

Why Choose This Kit?

By choosing the Amodel 01436, you gain not only a well-detailed replica of a historic aircraft, but also a chance to enhance your modeling skills and showcase a unique machine in an eye-catching ski version. I enthusiastically recommend this kit to aviation history enthusiasts as well as collectors interested in aircraft with unusual landing gear!