A-Model 72223 AN-30 D 1/72 – Plastic Aircraft Model Kit

The A-Model 72223 AN-30 D model in 1/72 scale is a detailed miniature of the Soviet photographic reconnaissance aircraft based on the popular An-24 transport. The kit, offered by the renowned company A-Model, is aimed at advanced hobbyists and aircraft model collectors interested in military technology of the Cold War period.

• Scale: 1/72
• Manufacturer: A-Model
• User country: USSR (Russia), Warsaw Pact countries, former Eastern Bloc states
• Service period: Cold War (1970s – present day)
• Material: high-quality plastic
• Category: Plastic aircraft model kit
• Additional items: The kit does not include glue or paints, detailed assembly instructions, decals with markings for several versions
• Difficulty level: 4/5 (model building experience in this scale recommended)

Historical background:
The AN-30 D is a specialized reconnaissance version of the legendary An-24 transport aircraft, designed by Antonov for the Soviet Union in the 1970s. Designed for photographic reconnaissance and cartography, it was widely used during peacekeeping, military, and civilian missions on all continents. Due to its rich observation equipment and long-range capabilities, this type of aircraft was also used in the "Open Skies" system, monitoring the observance of disarmament treaties. The AN-30 was also operated by countries such as Bulgaria, Ukraine, Hungary, and Mongolia.

Product advantages:
The A-Model 72223 AN-30 D model stands out for its high level of detail on the fuselage and cockpit interior, as well as precisely produced injection-molded parts. The accurately recreated landing gear, propellers, and glazing make it an excellent base for both a collector's model and a competition project. Included decals allow for the model to be built with several different national markings, increasing the set's appeal.

Who do we recommend it for?
The model is recommended for both advanced modellers passionate about Soviet aviation and Cold War topics, and for those who collect reconnaissance and transport aircraft in 1/72 scale. Building the model requires precision, so it is especially dedicated to experienced hobbyists wishing to expand their collection with an unusual and rare machine.