Zvezda 4837 - 1:48 Soviet Fighter Yak-7B Late Version

1:48 scale plastic model kit of the Yak-7B late version Soviet fighter

The Zvezda 4837 kit depicts the Yakovlev Yak-7B, a late-production variant of the Soviet World War II fighter. Originally derived from the Yak-7UTI trainer, it was converted into a capable single-seat combat aircraft with improved armament and engine performance. The Yak-7B became one of the most important Red Army Air Force fighters during 1942–1943.

Model specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Model length: approx. 19 cm
• Manufacturer: Zvezda
• Difficulty level: intermediate

Note: Glue, paints, and tools are not included. Assembly required.

About the kit:

The kit features finely molded parts representing the fuselage, wings, and cockpit. It includes detailed landing gear, armament, and decals for several Soviet Air Force markings from 1943. The precise fit and detailed surfaces make it an excellent choice for modelers of WWII aviation.

Recommended tools:

• Modeling knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sandpaper
• Plastic cement
• Brushes or airbrush
• Acrylic or enamel paints in Soviet WWII camouflage colors

About the Yak-7B fighter:

The Yak-7B was a single-seat fighter designed by Alexander Yakovlev’s design bureau. Powered by a Klimov M-105PF engine delivering 1,180 hp, it could reach speeds of around 600 km/h. Armed with one 20 mm ShVAK cannon and two 12.7 mm UBS machine guns, it proved to be a durable and agile aircraft, effective against Luftwaffe fighters like the Bf 109. It later gave way to the improved Yak-9 but remained a key step in Soviet fighter development.

Technical data of the real aircraft:

• Manufacturer: Yakovlev Design Bureau (USSR)
• Engine: Klimov M-105PF, 1,180 hp
• Wingspan: 10 m
• Length: 8.5 m → model approx. 19 cm
• Maximum speed: approx. 600 km/h
• Armament: 1 × 20 mm cannon, 2 × 12.7 mm machine guns
• Range: approx. 900 km

About Zvezda:

Zvezda is a leading Russian manufacturer of high-quality plastic model kits, known for precise engineering and historical accuracy. The company’s 1:48 scale aircraft kits are particularly valued for their detail and realism, appealing to both advanced modelers and aviation enthusiasts.