HobbyBoss 1/48 Russian MiG-35 Plastic Model Kit

The MiG-35’s design is grounded in the solutions implemented in the MiG-29K/KUB carrierborne multirole and MiG-29M/M2 air superiority fighters. They include an increased payload on nine hardpoints, an increased fuel load, the mid-air refueling system and buddy-buddy refueling capability. The advanced fighter’s airframe and key systems have corrosion-resistant protection meeting the standards applied to carrierborne aircraft, which contributes much to the type’s operation in adverse climes. The MiG-35 also features a reduced radar signature and has the three-channel digital integrated quadruple-redundant fly-by-wire control system.

Special attention was paid to enhancing the MiG-35’s operating characteristics, in particular, the airframe, engine and avionics reliability and airframe service life extension. According to MiG Corp., the MiG-35’s flying hour costs almost 2.5 times less than that of the MiG-29.

• the kit consists of over 290  parts
• Detailed fuselage&wing w/accurate design
• Detailed cockpit
• photo etched parts included

The MiG-35 is a modern 4.5-generation multirole fighter developed by Mikoyan in Russia. It is an advanced derivative of the earlier MiG-29 series, designed to bridge the gap between fourth-generation and fifth-generation fighter aircraft with enhanced avionics, maneuverability, and weapon systems. The MiG-35 is intended to serve both as a superior air combat fighter and a ground attack platform, making it highly versatile in modern warfare.

Key Features: Design and Airframe: The MiG-35 retains the classic twin-engine, twin-tail design of the MiG-29, but with significant enhancements to its airframe and systems for improved aerodynamics, reduced radar cross-section, and extended service life. The use of advanced composite materials reduces the aircraft’s weight and improves its durability. It has a length of 17.32 meters, a wingspan of 12 meters, and a maximum takeoff weight of around 29,700 kg. Engines and Performance: The MiG-35 is powered by two Klimov RD-33MK afterburning turbofan engines, which offer increased thrust and better fuel efficiency compared to earlier MiG-29 engines. Each engine produces around 9,000 kgf of thrust with afterburner. It has a top speed of 2,400 km/h (Mach 2.25) and a combat radius of around 1,000 km without external fuel tanks, which can be extended with in-flight refueling. The fighter is highly maneuverable, featuring thrust-vectoring capabilities in some versions, which enhances its dogfighting performance and agility at high altitudes. Avionics and Sensors: The MiG-35 is equipped with a cutting-edge Zhuk-AE AESA radar (active electronically scanned array), which can track multiple air and ground targets simultaneously and has an extended detection range. This radar greatly improves the aircraft’s situational awareness and target acquisition capabilities. The aircraft also features an infrared search and track (IRST) system for passive detection of enemy aircraft, providing a stealthy alternative to radar use. A glass cockpit with digital multi-function displays (MFDs) and a helmet-mounted display (HMD) system allows pilots to quickly engage targets by looking at them, enhancing situational awareness and response times. The MiG-35 also integrates advanced electronic warfare (EW) systems, including electronic countermeasures (ECM) and self-protection systems, which improve survivability against enemy missile and radar threats. Armament: The MiG-35 can carry a wide variety of air-to-air, air-to-ground, and anti-ship missiles, making it highly versatile in different combat roles. This includes the R-77 and R-73 for air superiority missions, and Kh-31 and Kh-35 for anti-ship roles. It has nine hardpoints for external weapons, with a maximum payload capacity of around 7,000 kg. For close-in combat, the MiG-35 is equipped with a 30mm GSh-30-1 autocannon, with a high rate of fire effective against both air and ground targets. The aircraft is capable of deploying precision-guided munitions, including laser-guided bombs a

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• Scale: 1/48

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