Brand new 1 72 scale diecast airplane model of polikarpov i-16 fighter aircraft combat ace luo ying te taiwan sino-japanese war republic of china air force oxford aviation series die cast model by oxford diecast.
Detailed exterior.
True-to-scale detail.
Comes with a display stand.
This model does not have any openings.
Manufacturers original unopened packaging.
Made of diecast metal with some plastic parts.
Dimensions approximately length-3.25 Wingspan-4.75.
Diecast metal and plastic construction for durability and a heavy realistic feel.
It is a highly detailed and accurate model perfect for collectors and enthusiasts of military history.
Realistic panel lines antennas access panels and surface details for an authentic representation of the real-life airplane.
History aspects:the polikarpov i-16 type 10 piloted by the 5-victory ace luo ying te of the republic of china taiwan air force holds a remarkable place in history for its service during the sino-japanese war. This conflict which raged from 1937 to 1945 was a critical theater of world war ii with the republic of china fighting against the japanese empires expansionist ambitions in asia.Luo ying te a skilled pilot and ace achieved five confirmed victories while flying the polikarpov i-16 type 10. The i-16 known as the rata to the soviets and mosca to the spanish republicans was one of the worlds first low-wing cantilever monoplanes with retractable landing gear. Its agility and speed made it a formidable opponent in ...
Brand: Oxford Diecast
Type: Military Models
