Answer AA72050 - 1:72 PZL M18A Dromader RWPG CMEA

Plastic model kit of the PZL M18A Dromader – CMEA Service

The Answer AA72050 kit depicts the Polish PZL M18A Dromader agricultural and fire-fighting aircraft in 1:72 scale, finished in the markings of the CMEA (Council for Mutual Economic Assistance, RWPG). The model allows the construction of a detailed replica of this utility aircraft widely used in Eastern Bloc countries.

Box contents:

• Plastic parts to build the 1:72 PZL M18A
• Clear canopy parts
• Decals for CMEA (RWPG) markings
• Assembly instructions with painting schemes

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 13.2 cm
• Manufacturer: Answer
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints or modeling tools. Assembly required.

Assembly process:

The build includes fuselage and cockpit assembly, agricultural spraying system elements, wings, tail unit and landing gear. Once painted and decaled, the model provides an impressive miniature of this distinctive workhorse aircraft.

Recommended tools:

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sandpaper
• Brushes
• Plastic cement
• Paints: typical agricultural aircraft colors of CMEA countries
• Optional: cyanoacrylate glue for small details

About the PZL M18A Dromader:

The PZL M18 Dromader is a Polish agricultural and fire-fighting aircraft, designed at PZL Mielec in cooperation with Rockwell International. First flown in 1976, it gained international popularity thanks to its rugged construction and high payload capacity. The M18A variant featured an enlarged tank for chemicals or fire retardants. Exported worldwide, the Dromader was also supplied to CMEA countries, where it was employed for crop spraying and aerial firefighting.

Original aircraft data:

• Length: 9.50 m
• Wingspan: 18.00 m
• Powerplant: 1 × PZL Kalisz ASz-62IR radial engine, 1,000 hp
• Maximum speed: approx. 270 km/h
• Crew: 1
• Payload: up to 2,500 liters of liquids

Answer – Polish scale model manufacturer

Answer is a Polish model kit company offering aircraft, military vehicles and ship models in popular scales. Their range includes unique and less commonly covered subjects such as agricultural and utility aircraft.