Name: ModelSvit 72055 - 1/72 M-55 Geophysica research aircraft scale model plastic
Brand: Modelsvit
SKU: MSVIT72055
Price: 63.99 USD
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ModelSvit 72055 - 1/72 M-55 Geophysica research aircraft scale model plastic

Manufacturer: ModelSvit (Ukraine)

Code: 72055

Scale: 1/72

Material: Plastic

Paint: Unpainted, Unassembled, Kit do not contain paints and glue.

Condition: New in Box

In 1962, Myasischchev Design Bureau started work on development of high-altitude interceptor, as a countermeasure to the US reconnaissance balloonâ€™s program.

Results of design works evaluated in M-17 aircraft, which made itâ€™s maiden flight in 1982 when the reconnaissance balloon theme was not relevant anymore. In that regard, Myasischchev Design Bureau decided to revise M-17â€™s airframe in order to develop new high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft, named M-55.

In fact, M-55 â€œGeophysicaâ€ (NATO reporting name: Mystic-B) became entirely new airplane. Instead of RD-36-51V jet engine, a pair of more fuel-efficient D-30-V12 jet engines were installed. Due to that reason, the whole airplane aerodynamic and construction scheme was revised. M-55 appeared to have twin boom fuselage. Many changes were applied in wing and tail design. The landing gear was the only structural unit without modifications in it.

M-55 made its maiden flight on 16th Aug 1988. In total, four aircrafts of the type have been build: 2 experimental machines and 2 pre-series ones.

After collapse of USSR, M-55 remained in services, performing research roles. Itâ€™s civil â€œdebutâ€ was made on â€œMosAeroShow-92â€ exhibition. In 1993, M-55 flew to Italy, where was used as a test- bed of advanced scientific equipment. Few years later, it took participation in international observation of Arctic atmosphere.

M-55 set 15 FAI word records for its class.

Currently only one flying aircraft stay in service.

Scale	1:72
Parts	192
Weight	0.380kg
Gross weight	0.545kg
Volume	1.510kg
Material	PS plastic
Minimum age	For modellers 14+
Wingspan, mm	520
Length, mm	315
Country of origin	Ukraine

General Product Info
Material	NOT SET
Scale	1/72
Type	NOT SET

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