ICM 72074 1/72 I-153 Chaika WWII Biplane Model Kit  [ICM-72074]

ICM 72074 - 1/72 I-153 , Wwii Soviet Biplane Fighter
Price:
NZD$25.16
Brand:
ICM
Model:
ICM-72074
Condition:
Brand New
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ICM 72074 - 1/72 I-153 Chaika Biplane Scale Kit

The ICM 72074 brings the I-153 Chaika to 1/72 scale with clear surface detail and authentic proportions. This plastic kit is aimed at modellers who enjoy historic aviation subjects and accurate small-scale replicas.

Historic Background and Modelling Appeal

The I-153 saw action as a manoeuvrable fighter with distinctive gull-shaped upper wings. This kit mirrors those characteristic features, letting builders represent the aircrafts wartime silhouette and rigging lines.

Build Characteristics and Fit

Parts are finely moulded and require steady hands during assembly. The kit suits modellers with intermediate skills who are comfortable trimming, test-fitting and using adhesives for neat joins.

Presentation and Collection Use

At 1/72 scale the I-153 makes an excellent addition to a WWII collection or vignette. It displays well on simple stands or as part of a grouped showcase of period fighters.

Specifications

  • Scale: 1/72
  • Material: Plastic
  • Assembly: Requires glue
  • Paint: Not included
Basic modelling tools such as sprue cutters, a hobby knife, sanding sticks and plastic cement are recommended for a neat assembly.
Adding rigging with fine thread or stretched sprue boosts authenticity, especially for the I-153s biplane structure, but it is optional for display models.
Yes, modellers often add aftermarket seat belts or photo-etched instrument panels for extra realism, but the kit provides a solid baseline cockpit.

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