{"product_id":"modelsvit-72047-plastic-model-aicraft-kit-scale-1-72-su-17m3","title":"Modelsvit 72047 Plastic model aircraft kit Scale 1:72 SU-17M3","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSukhoi Su-17M3\u003c\/strong\u003e aircraft plastic model kit in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72 scale\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong\u003eModelSvit\u003c\/strong\u003e represents a Soviet variable-sweep wing fighter-bomber developed during the Cold War period. The Su-17M3 was one of the advanced production variants of the Su-17 family, designed for improved combat capability and operational flexibility.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Su-17 series was introduced in the 1960s as an evolution of the Su-7, incorporating a variable-geometry wing to enhance performance across different flight conditions. The M3 variant featured upgraded avionics and expanded mission capabilities, allowing it to carry a wider range of ordnance for ground attack roles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSukhoi Su-17M3 - Variable-Sweep Wing Fighter-Bomber\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe aircraft combined supersonic speed with a swing-wing design, enabling efficient operation at both low and high speeds. It was used for tactical strike missions and served in several air forces during the Cold War period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor modelers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aircraft with variable-sweep wings require careful positioning and alignment of wing components. Preparing the cockpit, intake, and wing sections before final assembly can help maintain clean detailing and symmetry in 1\/72 scale.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKit Contents\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlastic sprues with model parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear canopy parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto-etched parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecal sheet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePainting guide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAssembly instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003ePaints and glue are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eModel Kit Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e ModelSvit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/72\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eModel (SKU):\u003c\/strong\u003e MSVIT72047\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aircraft Model Kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sukhoi Su-17M3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fighter-bomber\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject country:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soviet Union\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cold War\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e New in Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKit description:\u003c\/strong\u003e Unpainted, unassembled plastic model kit. Paints and glue are not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003eaircraft model kit\u003c\/strong\u003e belongs to the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/modelsvit\"\u003eModelSvit\u003c\/a\u003e range and is part of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aircraft-model-kits\"\u003eAircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e category, presented in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aircraft-model-kits-scale-1-72\"\u003e1\/72 scale aircraft model kits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"MODELSVIT","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44339978338486,"sku":"MSVIT72047","price":44.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0643\/6405\/2662\/files\/1_4e05ac3d-0d36-4c58-b7a2-6d0a7a931479.jpg?v=1763656868","url":"https:\/\/plastic-models-kits.com\/products\/modelsvit-72047-plastic-model-aicraft-kit-scale-1-72-su-17m3","provider":"Plastic Models Kits","version":"1.0","type":"link"}