Zvezda 7045 Tu-144 1/144 – Plastic Model of the Soviet Supersonic Passenger Aircraft

Zvezda 7045 Tu-144 1/144 is a unique plastic model kit representing the legendary Soviet passenger aircraft Tupolev Tu-144, known as the world’s first civilian supersonic airliner. The model is made from the highest quality plastic, ensuring precise reproduction of the technological details of this exceptional machine.

• Scale: 1/144 – ideal for building a collection of large aircraft while retaining convenient display dimensions
• Country of Operator: USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics)
• Period of Operation: Cold War, 1968-1983 (test flights, limited commercial service, cargo transport)
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Kit Material: Hard polystyrene – high-quality plastic parts; includes clear cockpit sections, Aeroflot decals, optional landing gear configurations

Historical Description of the Tu-144

The Tupolev Tu-144 was the first passenger supersonic aircraft, making its maiden flight in 1968 – several months before the Western Concorde. It became a symbol of Soviet aeronautical engineering and the technological ambitions of the Cold War era. Operated mainly by Aeroflot and used for test flights, it earned a historic place as a pioneering, though short-lived, machine – flying primarily on the Moscow–Alma-Ata route as well as in transport and research missions. It stood out with its variable-sweep wings, four turbofan engines, and a distinctive droop nose to improve visibility during landing.

Features of the Zvezda 7045 Tu-144 Model

• Exceptional panel line and fuselage/wing surface detailing
• Reproduced air intakes and comprehensive engine and landing gear assemblies
• Build options – droop nose can be shown deployed or retracted
• Authentic Aeroflot and test version decals
• Transparent canopy and realistically detailed cockpit
• Option to mount the model on a stand (stand not included)

Who Do We Recommend the Tu-144 Model For?

Zvezda 7045 Tu-144 1/144 is the perfect choice for intermediate and advanced aircraft modelers (difficulty level 3/5). This kit enhances skills in working with large plastic surfaces, allows for creativity in painting, and provides the satisfaction of building a rare, iconic Cold War-era aircraft. It is recommended for collectors, civil aviation enthusiasts, and anyone interested in unique engineering designs.

Zvezda Tu-144 in 1/144 scale – will enrich your model collection, and thanks to its high-quality details, adds a unique historical and technological character to any display.