Tu-144D "Concordski" Sov. Supersonic Plane 1:144

Plastic kit for a Tu-144D "Concordski"

• Scale 1:144
• with clear parts for all windows and the model stand
• Landing gear can be built either retracted or extended
• Nose and canards can be attached in flight or landing position
• Decals for two versions
• unbuilt/unpainted
• Paint and glue not included

The world’s first supersonic passenger aircraft became a Tu-144. It was designed by A.N. Tupolev Design Bureau. The maiden fl ight of the prototype was in December 31, 1968 (two month earlier than British-French Concorde). The serial production began in 1971. The modifi cation Tu-144D with RD-36-51A engines and increased to 5300 km range was designed in 1974. All in all 5 Tu-144D aircraft were built up to 1984.

SSSR-77112 aircraft made near 50 cargo fl ights in Moscow – Khabarovsk line. Now it is in exposition of Sinsheim Technique Museum.