Eduard 82191 - 1:48 MiG-21F-13

Plastic model kit of the MiG-21F-13 fighter in 1/48 scale

Eduard 82191 represents the MiG-21F-13, the first production variant of the famous MiG-21, in 1/48 scale. This ProfiPACK edition comes with pre-painted photo-etched details, painting masks and decals for six different marking schemes. It is a detailed and historically accurate kit aimed at intermediate and advanced modelers.

Kit contents:

• Injection-molded plastic parts
• Pre-painted photo-etched parts (cockpit and interior details)
• Painting masks for canopy and wheels
• Decals with 6 marking options (Czechoslovakia, GDR, USSR, Vietnam, Egypt, Yugoslavia, Finland)
• Assembly instructions

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Catalogue number: 82191
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Series: ProfiPACK
• Difficulty level: intermediate

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

Building process:

The kit combines plastic sprues with finely detailed photo-etched parts, especially for the cockpit. Masks allow precise canopy and wheel painting. With six different decal options, the model can represent aircraft from a wide range of countries and Cold War conflicts.

Recommended tools:

• Model knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding sticks
• Paintbrushes
• Plastic cement
• Paints appropriate for selected marking scheme

About the MiG-21F-13:

The MiG-21F-13 was the first operational version of the legendary Soviet MiG-21 fighter. Entering service in 1959, it featured a 30 mm NR-30 cannon and could carry two K-13 air-to-air missiles. The aircraft was widely exported and served with numerous air forces, seeing combat in the Middle East, Vietnam and other Cold War theaters. It became one of the iconic jet fighters of the 20th century.

Technical data of the original aircraft:

• Length: 14.5 m
• Wingspan: 7.15 m
• Powerplant: Tumanski R-11F-300 engine, 5,740 kgf thrust with afterburner
• Maximum speed: approx. 2,175 km/h (Mach 2.05)
• Service ceiling: 19,000 m
• Armament: 30 mm NR-30 cannon, 2 × K-13 AAM or bombs/unguided rockets

Eduard – the manufacturer:

Eduard is a Czech company renowned for its high-quality model kits, photo-etched details and painting masks. The ProfiPACK series offers premium kits with extra accessories and multiple marking options, enabling modelers to build historically accurate and highly detailed replicas.