POLIKARPOV I-16 TYPE 5 PLASTIC MODEL KIT 1/48 SCALE ZVEZDA

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The I-16 Type 5 was the second serial modification of the fighter designed by N.N. Polikarpov. A more powerful M-25 engine was installed in a modified cowl with improved aerodynamics, which increased the speed to 450 km/h, making the I-16 the fastest production aircraft of its time. During the mass production in 1935-1938, more than 2200 planes were built. Taking into account combat and operational experience, the I-16 Type 5 was improved during production, introducing a reinforced wing, larger