ICM 48091 Plastic model kit aircraft 1:48 LAGG-3 series 1 WWII Soviet fighter

LaGG-3 Series 1 is a 1/48 scale plastic aircraft model kit by ICM representing one of the early production fighters used by Soviet aviation during World War II. The aircraft formed part of the first generation of Soviet monoplane fighters that entered service at the beginning of the war.

The LaGG-3 was developed by the design team of Lavochkin, Gorbunov, and Gudkov as a single-engine fighter constructed largely from laminated wood materials due to wartime shortages of aluminum. Early production versions, including Series 1, were introduced into service shortly before the German invasion of the Soviet Union in 1941.

LaGG-3 Series 1 - Early World War II Soviet Fighter

The aircraft was intended for fighter and interception duties and served with Soviet aviation units during the early phase of the war. Despite rapid technological changes during the conflict, the LaGG-3 played an important role in strengthening Soviet fighter forces during the critical early years of World War II.

For modelers: Early-war Soviet fighters provide opportunities for careful cockpit painting and canopy work before final assembly. Preparing the propeller, landing gear, and clear parts as separate subassemblies can simplify finishing and help maintain clean details.

Kit Contents

• 67 plastic parts
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/48
• Model (SKU): ICM48091
• Type: Aircraft Model Kit
• Subject: Lavochkin LaGG-3 Series 1
• 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 aircraft model kit by ICM belongs to the Aircraft Model Kits category and is presented in 1/48 scale. You can explore more aviation subjects in the Air Model Kits collection.