ICM 32007 I-16 type 24 with Soviet Pilots (1939-1942) 1/32

The I-16 type 24 aircraft model with a set of Soviet pilots from the renowned ICM brand is a carefully reproduced plastic model kit in 1/32 scale. This set allows model enthusiasts to recreate one of the most important aircrafts of Soviet aviation from the pre-war period and the early years of World War II.

Polikarpov I-16 type 24 was a Soviet single-engine low-wing fighter, widely used by the USSR Air Force between 1939 and 1942. This innovative aviation achievement stood out for its unprecedented shape for the era, being the first fighter with retractable landing gear and an all-metal structure. It proved its combat capabilities during the Spanish Civil War, the border conflict between China and Japan, and above all, during the first months of World War II, defending Soviet skies from the German Luftwaffe. The type 24 variant received a more powerful engine and improved armament—a pair of 20 mm ShVAK cannons and two 7.62 mm ShKAS machine guns.

The ICM 32007 set is not only an excellent aircraft model, but also includes a four-piece set of plastic Soviet pilot and ground crew figures that will enhance any diorama or collection. The model is made from high-quality plastic, allowing for accurate recreation of the aircraft’s silhouette as well as detailed cockpit, landing gear, and armament. The kit does not include glue or paints—they are available separately. The manufacturer has not included resin accessories or photo-etched parts, yet this does not compromise the wealth of detail or the precision of execution.

• Scale: 1/32
• User Country: Soviet Union (USSR)
• Historical Period: 1939-1942, World War II
• Material: Plastic (high-quality polystyrene)
• Contents: aircraft model, 4 Soviet pilot figures
• Category: plastic model kit
• Recommended difficulty: 3/5 – model dedicated to intermediate modellers due to the relatively large number of parts and precise details

I highly recommend the ICM 32007 I-16 type 24 with Soviet Pilots kit in 1/32 scale to all modelers passionate about WWII aviation and collectors of Soviet military aircraft. It is an attractive and factually valuable set, which will reward you with an impressive model and realistic figures, making it a great addition to any historical or modeling collection.