Mikoyan MiG-31K Foxhound-D 

with KH-47M2 Kinzhal missile

Russian Air Force Long Range Aviation Command, Blue 36, Russia, 2023

Hobby Master 1:72 HA9705

The MiG-31 was developed as an interceptor but when Russia developed the Kinzhal hypersonic ballistic missile they needed an aircraft that could carry the missile's heavy weight so the MiG-31K was developed as an attack aircraft. The normal bomb and missile load of the MiG-31BM was replaced by an adaptation to carry the Kh-47M2 Kinzhal "Dagger" that has a 2,000 km range.

On October 18th, 2023, Russian President Vladimir Putin declared the commencement of continuous airspace patrols over the Black Sea, emphasizing that this action is non-threatening and solely aimed at monitoring the situation in the Mediterranean region. During the aerial patrols, MiG-31 aircraft, armed with Kinzhal hypersonic missiles, will be accompanied by Su-27 fighters.

Mikoyan MiG-31K Foxhound-D
Designed as an enhanced version of the MiG-25, the MiG-31 was first flown on September 16th, 1975.

Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:

• Molded metal construction with plastic components.
• Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
• Inscriptions and posters printed with a stamp that do not fade or fall off like decals.
• opening of awnings, revealing detailed within the cockpit.
• Extended / retracted interchangeable landing gear.
• Display stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
• Authentic detachable artillery cargoes complete with placards.