Hobby Boss 87242 Mil Mi-2US Hoplite 1/72 Scale Gunship Kit  [HB-87242]

Hobby Boss 1/72 Mil Mi-2US Hoplite for Scale Modellers

The Hobby Boss 1/72 Mil Mi-2US Hoplite gunship variant provides a focused build for enthusiasts of military rotorcraft. As a notable Soviet-era design, the Mil Mi-2US saw varied operational use, and this kit captures its key silhouette and service features at a compact 1/72 scale.

Service History and Scale Accuracy

The Mil Mi-2US served in a range of roles across Warsaw Pact forces, valued for its flexibility and dependable performance. This gunship rendition recreates the external fittings and armament layout, helping model makers represent its combat role with credible detail.

Assembly Notes and Display Appeal

Intended for builders who enjoy careful assembly, the kit rewards patience with a well-proportioned finished model. The precision-molded parts lend themselves to neat seams and realistic presentation, whether displayed on a shelf or integrated into a Cold War diorama.