General Information
Livery: Ukraine National Guard
Board number: "02 Blue"
Scale: 1:200
Aircraft type: Antonov An-72
NATO reporting name: COALER
Dimensions
Model length: 14 cm (5.5 in)
Wingspan: 15.5 cm (6.1 in)
Specifications
Option: with landing gear and “in flight”
Material: plastic
Model: fully assembled, ready for display
Stand: plastic
Box: white (no original blister)
Production: Ukraine
Description
The Antonov An-72 is a Soviet-designed military transport aircraft developed by the Antonov Design Bureau in the 1970s. Nicknamed “Cheburashka” for its distinctive front fuselage and engine placement above the wings, the aircraft is valued for its short takeoff and landing capabilities and reliability on unpaved runways.
The aircraft with board number "02 Blue" served with the Ukraine National Guard, performing missions ranging from personnel and cargo transport to logistical support and emergency operations. Its unique configuration and versatility made it a vital part of Ukraine’s aviation fleet.