Manufacturer: Zvezda
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Zvezda 1/72 scale Su-27SM “Flanker B” Mod. 1
This is a review of the Zvezda 1/72 scale Sukhoi Su-27SM “Flanker B” Mod. 1 plastic model airplane.
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Zvezda 1/48 scale Sukhoi Su-2
Designed as a reconnaissance and ground-attack aircraft, the Sukhoi Su-2 first flew in 1937. No match for German fighters, it was withdrawn from frontline duty in 1942. Zvezda’s newly tooled kit is molded in light gray, soft styrene with recessed panel lines and rivets (mostly on the wings, since the real aircraft had aluminum wings…
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Zvezda Disney “Planes” 1/100 scale Dusty Crophopper
There are 16 parts in Zvezda’s Disney “Planes” Dusty Crophopper snap-together plastic kit, and they are mostly detailed and nicely molded. Since the parts are pretty small, I built with only the pieces I needed for that step, rather than sanding and fitting all of the parts like I normally do. I followed the instructions,…
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Zvezda 1/35 scale Tiger I Ausf E
Zvezda has expanded its range of military vehicles with a brand-new 1/35 scale plastic model kit of the Tiger I Ausf E (early production). Early-production Tigers are distinguished by the “dustbin” commander’s cupola, s-mine launchers on the hull, headlights mounted on the hull top, and Feifel air cleaners on the rear. Zvezda even caught the…
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Zvezda 1/48 scale Yak-3
Zvezda’a Yak-3 is the first all-new 1/48 scale plastic model kit of this aircraft in more than 15 years. The parts are cleanly molded in neutral gray plastic. The kit provides parts for the cowling to be closed or open with complete engine detail. Along with parts that the kit supplies to pose the plane…
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Zvezda 1/144 scale Tu-134
Being a big fan of Russian airliners, I was really excited to hear Zvezda was releasing a newly tooled 1/144 scale Tu 134 plastic model kit. The gray styrene molding includes a sturdy display stand. Surface detail is outstanding, with finely engraved panel lines that are among the best I have ever seen. Unlike some…
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Zvezda 1/144 scale Boeing 747-8
The Zvezda 1/144 scale Boeing 747-8 plastic model kit is features beautifully fine panel lines that look good under paint. The control surfaces are just as fine. The cabin windows can be filled with clear plastic parts, are the correct shape, as are the door windows.
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Zvezda 1/350 scale Russian Imperial Navy battleship ‘Sevastopol’
This is a review of the Zvezda 1/350 scale Russian Imperial Navy battleship Sevastopol plastic model kit. Zvezda’s Sevastopol comprises 432 parts on eight sprues molded in light gray plastic with better-than-average detail. Four clear parts provide windows for the conning station. A decal sheet and paper flag sheet are included for the Sevastopol only. You…
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Zvezda 1/35 scale Russian T-90
Zvezda’s 1/35 scale Russian T-90 plastic model kit features crisp molding, posable hatches, and vision ports. Markings cover two vehicle paint schemes.
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Zvezda 1/72 scale Yakovlev Yak-3
Zvezda’s new 1/72 scale Yak-3 plastic model is a snap-fit kit. You’ll find nicely molded detail throughout, particularly in the cockpit. Instructions are straightforward, with a seven-step construction process that has subassemblies within each step. The final page of the booklet is a painting and decal guide.