Modelsvit 72037 Plastic model aircraft kit Scale 1:72 Be-12P-200 Experimental firefighting flying boat
Scale: 1:72
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Description
The Beriev Be-12P-200 is a Soviet amphibious aircraft adapted for firefighting operations, developed during the Cold War. This plastic model kit in 1/72 scale by ModelSvit represents a modified version of the Be-12 flying boat designed for aerial fire suppression.
The Be-12 was originally developed as an anti-submarine amphibious aircraft. The Be-12P-200 variant was adapted to carry water for firefighting missions, using a system that allowed rapid water intake while moving across the surface of a body of water. This capability enabled efficient response to large-scale forest fires.
Beriev Be-12P-200 - Amphibious Firefighting Aircraft
The aircraft combines flying boat characteristics with operational flexibility for both maritime and land-based missions. Its ability to operate from water surfaces made it suitable for firefighting in remote or hard-to-reach areas.
For modelers: The large fuselage and wing structure benefit from careful dry fitting before assembly. Transparent parts and surface details can be prepared separately to simplify painting and finishing.
Kit Contents
- Plastic sprues with model parts (17 frames)
- Transparent parts (3 frames)
- Decal sheet
- Photo-etched parts
- Painting masks
- Rubber tires
- Painting guide
- Assembly instructions
Paints and glue are not included.
Model Kit Specifications
- Manufacturer: ModelSvit
- Scale: 1/72
- Model (SKU): MSVIT72037
- Type: Aircraft Model Kit
- Subject: Beriev Be-12P-200
- Role: Amphibious firefighting aircraft
- Subject country: Soviet Union
- Period: Cold War
- Condition: New in Box
- Kit description: Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.
This plastic model kit by ModelSvit belongs to the aircraft model kits category and is presented in 1/72 scale aircraft model kits. You can also explore other air model kits available in the catalog.
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Free international shipping is available for orders over US$150 to eligible destinations and is applied automatically at checkout when available.
Import duties
For orders shipped to the USA, import duties are handled during shipment. No additional payment is usually required upon delivery.
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