Sukhoi Su-25K Frogfoot 378th OShAP “Red 03” 1988, 1:72 Scale Diecast Model

Air Power Series Realistic collectible model Diecast & plastic parts. Highly detailed, moveable components. Display stand included. Measures 7.75” L x 8.5” Wingspan Display model, recommended for hobbyists and collectors 14 years and above. The Sukhoi Su-25 Grach (Russian: Грач (rook); NATO reporting name: Frogfoot) is a single-seat, twin-engine jet aircraft developed in the Soviet Union by Sukhoi. It was designed to provide close air support for the Soviet Ground Forces. The first prototype made its maiden flight on 22 February 1975. After testing, the aircraft went into series production in 1978 at Tbilisi in the Georgian Soviet Socialist Republic. Early variants included the Su-25UB two-seat trainer, the Su-25BM for target-towing, and the Su-25K for export customers. Some aircraft were being upgraded to Su-25SM standard in 201 In 1986 Lt. Col Rutskoy from the 378th OShAP (Independent Attack Aviation Regiment) was shot down while attacking the Mujahedeen. His style of flying