Modelsvit 72003 Analog A-144-1 (MiG-21 Prototype #1) 1/72 – plastic model kit of a prototype fighter aircraft

Modelsvit 72003 is a unique 1/72 scale plastic model kit representing the Analog A-144-1, the first prototype of the experimental fighter, also known as the MiG-21 Analog. This is a rare and highly regarded kit, allowing you to step into the world of advanced aerodynamic research carried out in the USSR during the Cold War era.

Historical and Technical Information

The Analog A-144-1 was an experimental aircraft developed in the Soviet Union to test the delta wing configuration for later use in the supersonic passenger jet Tu-144. The project was based on the airframe of the MiG-21 fighter, which allowed engineers to obtain reliable aerodynamic data. The prototype made its maiden flights between 1968 and 1970 and was mainly used at central test airfields such as Zhukovsky and Akhtubinsk. For this reason, this model is a great example of experimental designs from the Cold War period and perfectly showcases the importance of technological research in Soviet aviation.

• Model scale: 1/72
• Country of original use: Soviet Union (USSR)
• Historical period: Cold War (1968–1970)
• Product category: plastic model kit
• Material: high-quality injection-molded plastic
• Includes: detailed cockpit and landing gear, decals, clear canopy
• Glue and paints not included – available separately
• User-friendly, richly illustrated instructions
• Difficulty level: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate and ambitious beginner modellers

Why choose this model?

The A-144-1 Analog from Modelsvit is an excellent option for both aviation history enthusiasts and collectors of unusual prototypes. Precision detailing, the opportunity to build a rarely seen prototype aircraft, and authentic representation make this kit stand out among other models in this scale. The kit is especially recommended for modellers interested in experimental aviation, history of technology, and the Cold War era.

Expand your aircraft model collection with this unique research aircraft and enjoy the satisfaction of assembling and painting an extraordinary design straight from Soviet secret laboratories!