Airfix 1:72 Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17F Fresco

The Airfix 1:72 Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17F “Fresco” Model Kit recreates one of the most widely used and successful Cold War jet fighters. Developed as an evolution of the earlier MiG-15, the MiG-17 introduced aerodynamic refinements that significantly improved high-speed performance and made it a long-serving aircraft across numerous air forces worldwide.

This detailed 1:72 scale plastic model kit captures the sleek, swept-wing design of the MiG-17F, making it a classic subject for Cold War aviation enthusiasts and jet fighter collectors.

About the Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17

The MiG-17 was developed in the early 1950s by the Soviet Union as a follow-on to the MiG-15. While it retained much of the earlier aircraft’s layout, it featured a more highly swept wing and improved stability at transonic speeds.

The MiG-17F variant introduced an afterburning engine, providing increased thrust and improved climb performance. It became one of the most widely exported Soviet fighters, serving with air forces across Eastern Europe, Asia, the Middle East, and Africa.

The type saw combat in several conflicts during the Cold War, proving to be a capable and durable frontline fighter even as more modern jets entered service.

Features

✔ Detailed 1:72 scale plastic model kit
✔ Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-17F “Fresco” Cold War jet fighter
✔ Swept-wing transonic design
✔ Fine engraved surface panel detail
✔ Realistic cockpit and landing gear structure
✔ Clear assembly instructions
✔ Classic Soviet Cold War fighter aircraft

Skill Level

Intermediate

This kit is suitable for:

• intermediate jet aircraft modellers,

• Cold War aviation enthusiasts,

• and Soviet aircraft collectors.

The clean airframe and iconic silhouette make it an enjoyable and rewarding build.

Recommended Accessories

For best results we recommend:

• Plastic model glue

• Acrylic paints

• Primer

• Fine detail brushes

• Sanding sticks

• Weathering products for operational jet finishes and light exhaust effects

Perfect For

• Cold War aviation enthusiasts

• Soviet and Warsaw Pact aircraft collectors

• Jet fighter modellers

• Intermediate scale modellers

• Military aviation displays

A Classic Early Jet Fighter

The MiG-17F “Fresco” stands as one of the most successful Cold War fighters of its era. With its widespread service history and proven combat record, it remains a popular and important subject for any jet aviation modelling collection.