I-16 1:33 Orel (069)

I-16 Soviet Fighter 1:33 Card Model Kit – Orel 069

Scale - 1:33

Model Sheets - A4

Assembly Instruction Language - English, Polish, Russian, German

Product Description

Recreate one of the most distinctive Soviet fighters of the 1930s with this highly detailed I-16 1:33 scale card model kit from Orel, No. 069.

Designed under the leadership of Nikolai Polikarpov, the I-16 was a revolutionary fighter for its time. Its compact dimensions, characteristic barrel-shaped fuselage and short wings made it instantly recognisable. Introduced into Soviet service during the 1930s, the I-16 became one of the most important Soviet fighter aircraft of the pre-war period.

The aircraft received its baptism of fire during the Spanish Civil War, where Soviet-supplied I-16 fighters were used by the Spanish Republican Air Force. Early versions, including the I-16 Type 5, were armed with two ShKAS machine guns and offered impressive performance for their era.

This Orel 1:33 scale paper model represents an I-16 from the period of combat operations in Spain. The kit features a highly detailed construction, including a fully modelled cockpit interior and detailed landing gear bays. Comprehensive assembly diagrams are included to help guide the modeller through the construction process.

Printed across 14 A4 sheets, this is an excellent project for experienced card modellers and aviation enthusiasts looking to add an iconic Soviet fighter to their collection.

⭐ Key Features

✔ Original Orel No. 069 card model kit
✔ I-16 Soviet fighter aircraft
✔ Scale: 1:33
✔ Category: Military Aviation / Fighter Aircraft
✔ Country: USSR
✔ Historical period: 1930s / Spanish Civil War
✔ Model represents an aircraft from combat operations in Spain
✔ 14 x A4 sheets
✔ Detailed cockpit interior
✔ Detailed landing gear bays
✔ Highly detailed aircraft construction
✔ Comprehensive and easy-to-follow assembly drawings
✔ Excellent choice for experienced paper and card modellers
✔ Ideal for collectors of Soviet and Spanish Civil War aircraft models

Summary

The Orel I-16 1:33 Card Model Kit No. 069 offers aviation enthusiasts the opportunity to build a detailed replica of one of the most recognisable Soviet fighters of the 1930s. With its detailed cockpit, landing gear bays and comprehensive assembly diagrams, this model makes an impressive addition to any WWII, Soviet aviation or historical aircraft model collection.