Academy 12270 - 1/48 Sukhoi SU-27 Flanker B Model Kit (AC 2131) Heritage Jet Kit [AC-12270]

Academy 12270 - 1/48 Sukhoi SU-27 Flanker B (AC 2131)

Price:

CAD$47.02

Brand:

Academy

Model:

AC-12270

Condition:

Brand New

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Academy 1/48 Sukhoi SU-27 Flanker B Scale Overview

The Sukhoi SU-27 Flanker B is a landmark Russian fighter known for its high agility and advanced flight systems. This 1/48 scale kit from Academy captures the aircraft's profile and key features, providing a faithful recreation for collectors and builders.

Cold War Role and Accurate Lines

Introduced in the 1980s to counter fighters like the F-15 Eagle, the SU-27 combined long range, strong maneuverability, and modern avionics for its era. The Academy kit aims to mirror those distinctive lines and proportions for an authentic Cold War-era display piece.

Build Quality and Finished Presentation

The kit delivers a detailed build with focused parts for areas like the cockpit and undercarriage, rewarding careful assembly and painting. Finished models make striking shelf displays and pair well with other 1/48 military jets.

Specifications

Scale: 1/48
Material: Plastic
Assembly: Requires glue
Paint: Required for realistic finish

What skill level is best for this kit?

This kit suits intermediate to advanced builders due to fine detail and multiple small parts. New builders can attempt it but should expect careful sanding and painting work.

Do decals match period SU-27 markings?

The included decals represent typical SU-27 markings from service era publications. For spot-on schemes, cross-check with reference photos and paint guides before applying.

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