ICM 72053 Scale model aircraft 1:72 I-5 WWII Soviet fighter plastic kit model

Polikarpov I-5 is a 1/72 scale plastic model kit by ICM representing a Soviet biplane fighter developed during the early 1930s. The aircraft served with the Soviet Air Force prior to and during the early stages of World War II.

The Polikarpov I-5 was designed as a single-seat fighter and became one of the primary Soviet fighter aircraft of the early 1930s. Although it was gradually replaced by more modern designs, the aircraft remained in service in secondary roles and early wartime operations.

Polikarpov I-5 - Early Soviet Fighter Aircraft

The I-5 featured a classic biplane configuration with fixed landing gear and open cockpit typical of fighters from this period. Aircraft of this type were used for fighter duties and training roles during the transitional era between early aviation designs and more advanced monoplane fighters.

For modelers: Biplane aircraft models require careful alignment of the upper and lower wings during assembly. Dry fitting the struts before final gluing helps ensure correct wing positioning and structural alignment.

Kit Contents

• 53 plastic parts
• Clear canopy parts
• Decal sheet
• Painting guide
• Assembly instructions

Paints and glue are not included.

Model Kit Specifications

• Manufacturer: ICM
• Scale: 1/72
• Model (SKU): ICM72053
• Type: Aircraft Model Kit
• Subject: Polikarpov I-5
• Role: Fighter aircraft
• Subject country: Soviet Union
• Period: Interwar period / early 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 1/72 scale. Explore more aviation subjects in the Air Model Kits collection.