Sova 72072 - 1:72 An-12A/B

1:72 scale plastic model kit of the Antonov An-12A/B transport aircraft

Sova-M kit 72072 represents the Antonov An-12, a four-engine turboprop military transport aircraft widely used by the Soviet Union and many other countries. This 1:72 scale kit recreates the distinctive high-wing transport aircraft known for its large cargo capacity and robust construction.

The An-12 was developed by the Antonov Design Bureau in the late 1950s as a military derivative of the Antonov An-10 passenger aircraft. It quickly became one of the most important transport aircraft in Soviet service thanks to its reliability and ability to operate from relatively rough airfields.

Inside the box:

• plastic model parts
• clear canopy parts
• decal sheet with marking options
• assembly instructions

Model technical details:

• Scale: 1:72
• Model length: approx. 46.4 cm
• Manufacturer: Sova-M
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints or modelling tools. Assembly and painting are required.

Model assembly

The model is assembled using standard plastic modelling techniques. Parts should be removed from the sprues, cleaned, test-fitted and glued according to the instructions. Once completed, the model can be painted and finished using the included decals.

Necessary tools

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sanding paper
• Paint brushes
• Plastic model cement
• Model paints
• Optional cyanoacrylate glue (for metal or resin parts)

About the Antonov An-12 aircraft:

The Antonov An-12 is a Soviet four-engine turboprop military transport aircraft designed by the Antonov Design Bureau in the late 1950s. It was developed as a military transport derivative of the An-10 passenger aircraft.

The aircraft features a large cargo hold with a rear loading ramp, allowing rapid loading and unloading of vehicles and military equipment. Its rugged design and capability to operate from unprepared airfields made it extremely valuable for military logistics.

The An-12 served with many air forces and transport operators around the world and has been used in numerous roles including cargo transport, humanitarian missions, and specialized military tasks.

Original aircraft specifications:

• Length: approx. 33.1 m
• Wingspan: approx. 38.0 m
• Powerplant: 4 × Ivchenko AI-20 turboprop engines
• Maximum speed: approx. 660 km/h
• Payload: up to approx. 20 tons

About the manufacturer:

Sova-M is a plastic model kit manufacturer known for producing kits of less common aircraft subjects. The company often focuses on civil, transport, and specialized aircraft rarely represented in other model ranges.