{"product_id":"40953-trumpeter-01688-tu-128ut-fiddler-172","title":"Trumpeter 01688 Tu-128UT Fiddler 1\/72","description":"\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eTrumpeter 01688 Tu-128UT Fiddler 1\/72 - plastic model aircraft kit\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eTrumpeter 01688 Tu-128UT Fiddler in 1\/72 scale is a highly detailed plastic model kit replicating the Soviet long-range interceptor Tu-128UT – the training and instructional version of the famous Fiddler. The model features numerous high-quality details accurately reflecting the real aircraft construction, following the original design by the Tupolev Design Bureau.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUser country:\u003c\/strong\u003e USSR (Soviet Union)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod of use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold War (active service years: 1961-1990)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality plastic, model does not include photo-etched parts, resin parts, glue, or paints in the kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plastic model kit – jet aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eHistorical description\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThe Tu-128, known by the NATO reporting name \"Fiddler,\" is the largest serially produced interceptor in history, created to defend the vast borders of the USSR during the Cold War. The UT version (Uchebno-Trenirowocznyj, or training) was developed for training purposes – equipped with dual controls and a second cockpit. The Tu-128 served primarily to protect northern airspace by detecting and intercepting American strategic bombers such as the B-52. A typical tactic involved locating the target, launching long-range R-4 (AA-5) missiles, and then immediately withdrawing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eFeatures of the Trumpeter 01688 model\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHigh quality details and precise rendering of the Tu-128UT profile\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eRealistically replicated underwing armament (R-4R and R-4T)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWell-designed cockpit with the option to display two crew seats\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eParts made of durable plastic, ensuring good fit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eClear assembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n  \u003ch3\u003eWho is it for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eThis product is especially recommended for experienced modelers and fans of Soviet aviation from the Cold War era, who will appreciate the unique silhouette, wingspan, and rich equipment of the kit. The model presents an attractive challenge (difficulty level 4\/5) – recommended for those already experienced in building plastic aircraft models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Trumpeter","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722468282702,"sku":"TRUM01688","price":35.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/7bba527b1c41784f3c19553133fbb584.jpg?v=1755538901","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/40953-trumpeter-01688-tu-128ut-fiddler-172","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}