I-153 WWII-era German aircraft with Pilots and Ground Personnel Scale 1:48 ICM48094 Plastic Model Aircraft Kit

The Polikarpov I-153 plastic model kit in 1/48 scale from ICM represents a Soviet biplane fighter that later appeared in German service during World War II. This boxing includes the aircraft together with pilot and ground personnel figures, allowing the creation of a small operational scene around the captured aircraft.

The I-153, known as the "Chaika", was one of the last operational biplane fighters developed in the Soviet Union before the widespread adoption of monoplane fighters. Introduced in the late 1930s, it featured retractable landing gear and improved maneuverability compared with earlier designs. During the early stages of World War II a number of these aircraft were captured by German forces and evaluated or used for training and testing purposes.

Polikarpov I-153 in German Evaluation Service

Captured I-153 aircraft were operated by several German training and testing units. These aircraft were typically repainted with German markings and used to familiarize pilots and technicians with Soviet aircraft technology. Such aircraft could appear at training schools, research facilities, or support air units during the early 1940s.

For modelers: The combination of aircraft and figures allows the creation of a small airfield vignette. The open cockpit and biplane wing structure also provide opportunities for careful painting and rigging work typical for aircraft of this period.

Kit Contents

• Plastic parts for Polikarpov I-153 aircraft
• Plastic parts for pilot and ground personnel figures
• Decal sheet with historical service markings
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Included marking options

• I-153, Jagdfliegervorschule 3, Wien-Schwechat, 1942
• I-153, Luftlandegeschwader 1, Eastern Front, 1942
• I-153, Rechlin Test Center, 1942

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/48
• Model (SKU): ICM48094
• Type: Aircraft Model Kit
• Subject: Polikarpov I-153
• Role: Fighter aircraft
• Subject country: Soviet Union
• Period: World War II
• Condition: New in Box
• Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.

This plastic model kit from ICM is part of the Aircraft Model Kits range and is presented in 1/48 scale aircraft model kits.

FAQ

Does this kit include figures?

Yes. The box contains pilot and ground personnel figures that can be displayed together with the aircraft.

Is the aircraft represented in Soviet or German service?

This boxing represents captured aircraft used by German units during World War II and includes related historical service markings.

Historical model note: This item is intended for scale modeling and historical miniature building only. No political endorsement, propaganda, or discriminatory content is intended. Product images and markings should be checked before publication to ensure they do not show prohibited political symbols.