MIG-15bis "Red 079" Chinese People's Volunteers AF North Korea 1950s in 1:72 scale
This is the MIG-15bis "Red 079" Chinese People's Volunteers AF North Korea 1950s in 1:72 scale by Hobby Master.
The MiG-15bis “Red 079,” flown by the Chinese People’s Volunteers Air Force during the Korean War in the 1950s, was a formidable opponent that helped reshape jet-age aerial combat. What set this aircraft apart was its powerful Klimov VK-1 engine and swept-wing design, which gave it exceptional speed and climb performance—outmatching many Western fighters early in the war. As part of the Chinese volunteer squadrons operating from North Korean airfields, “Red 079” represented a rare fusion of Soviet engineering and Chinese pilot training, and it symbolized the growing reach of Communist air power. Its agility, firepower, and influence in the "MiG Alley" dogfights gave it a lasting legacy as one of the most feared and effective fighters of its era
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship.
The MiG-15bis “Red 079,” flown by the Chinese People’s Volunteers Air Force during the Korean War in the 1950s, was a formidable opponent that helped reshape jet-age aerial combat. What set this aircraft apart was its powerful Klimov VK-1 engine and swept-wing design, which gave it exceptional speed and climb performance—outmatching many Western fighters early in the war. As part of the Chinese volunteer squadrons operating from North Korean airfields, “Red 079” represented a rare fusion of Soviet engineering and Chinese pilot training, and it symbolized the growing reach of Communist air power. Its agility, firepower, and influence in the "MiG Alley" dogfights gave it a lasting legacy as one of the most feared and effective fighters of its era
Hobby Master has earned a reputation as one of the top-tier brands for die-cast aircraft due to its meticulous attention to detail, durable metal build, and rich historical accuracy. Collectors often praise their models for realistic panel lines, pad‑printed placards, functional features like removable canopies and landing gear, and authentic detachable ordnance—all hallmarks of their popular Air Power Series. Hobbyists consider Hobby Master “top‑notch,” ideal for collectors seeking museum‑grade realism and durable craftsmanship.
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