Kitty Hawk 80163 Su-27 Flanker-B 1/48 – plastic fighter aircraft model kit

Kitty Hawk 80163 Su-27 Flanker-B in 1/48 scale is an advanced plastic model kit dedicated to enthusiasts of modern military aviation. This model faithfully replicates the Soviet and Russian air superiority fighter Su-27 Flanker-B, one of the most recognizable combat aircraft of the Cold War and modern era. The original Su-27 was designed and entered service in the USSR in the 1980s, and today is used by Russia as well as many other countries, such as China, Ukraine, and Kazakhstan.

The Su-27 Flanker-B earned its reputation as a modern fourth-generation fighter, intended for air-to-air combat, escort missions, protection of other units, and interception of enemy aircraft. Its advanced aerodynamics, powerful radar, and extensive armament enabled it to take part in numerous exercises and actual engagements, making it an icon of Russian aviation.

• Model scale: 1/48
• Country of origin (original): USSR/Russia (also operated by: China, Ukraine, India, others)
• Service period: from the 1980s to present day (Cold War, modern era)
• Material: high-quality polystyrene (plastic)
• Kit contents: accurately detailed cockpit, ejection seats, radar systems, extensive missile armament (R-27, R-73), external stores, detailed landing gear and control surfaces
• The set does not include photo-etched or metal parts, but the model can be enhanced with aftermarket accessories (e.g., photo-etched parts, resin details available separately)
• Category: plastic model kit – military aircraft

The Kitty Hawk 80163 Su-27 Flanker-B model stands out for its very high level of detail and faithful representation of the actual aircraft's construction solutions. The pilot's cockpit features detailed instrument panels, control sticks, and glazing with the possibility to open. The set includes various external loads and weaponry, allowing the model to be displayed in different combat configurations.

We recommend this model to all advanced modellers who value realism, precision, and want to enrich their collection with an impressive fighter from the Cold War and modern era. Recommended build difficulty level: 5/5 – intended for experienced modellers who prefer working on complex, multi-part kits.

The unique Su-27 Flanker-B from Kitty Hawk guarantees satisfaction in both building and the unique end result on the shelf of every military aviation collector.