Sova 72058 - 1:72 Voyager

Rutan Voyager – World-Circling Aircraft – Sova-M 1:72

This 1:72 scale model kit from Sova-M represents the iconic Rutan Voyager – the first aircraft to complete a nonstop, unrefueled flight around the world. Designed by Burt Rutan and flown in December 1986 by Dick Rutan and Jeana Yeager, the Voyager was a revolutionary twin-boom design optimized for maximum fuel efficiency and endurance. This model kit allows enthusiasts to recreate one of the most legendary aircraft achievements in aviation history.

• Accurate proportions and shape of the Rutan Voyager
• Includes decal sheet and clear canopy parts
• Extremely long wingspan relative to fuselage length
• Perfect for civil and record-setting aircraft collections

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Wingspan: approx. 41.3 cm
• Length: approx. 11.2 cm
• Manufacturer: Sova-M
• Skill level: intermediate

Note: Kit does not include glue, paints, or tools. Assembly required.

Model building notes:

This short-run kit requires careful handling, especially for the long, thin wings and tail surfaces. Basic interior detail is included along with clear parts and decals. Recommended for modelers with some experience building delicate aircraft kits.

Recommended tools and materials:

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding sticks
• Plastic glue
• Paintbrushes
• Paints as per instructions
• Optional: cyanoacrylate glue for small or fragile parts

About the Rutan Voyager:

The Rutan Voyager was a pioneering aircraft specifically built to fly around the globe nonstop without refueling. It was made primarily from lightweight composite materials and powered by a front tractor and rear pusher engine combination. The flight took place from December 14 to 23, 1986, covering a distance of 40,212 km in 216 hours. The aircraft launched and landed at Edwards Air Force Base in California.

Historical specifications:

• Length: 8.9 m
• Wingspan: 33.8 m
• Gross weight: approx. 4,500 kg (with fuel)
• Engines: 1 × Continental O-200 (pusher), 1 × Teledyne (tractor)
• Crew: 2
• Record flight: 40,212 km in 9 days

Sova-M – unique aviation subjects in 1:72 scale

Sova-M is a short-run model kit manufacturer focused on lesser-known or specialized military and civilian aircraft. Their kits are appreciated for offering rare subjects, accurate shapes, and interesting configurations that appeal to experienced and curious modelers alike.