Zvezda 7013 Ilushin Il-62M – 1:144 Scale Plastic Model of a Passenger Aircraft

Zvezda 7013 Ilushin Il-62M is an exceptionally detailed plastic model kit of one of the most recognizable Soviet passenger jet airliners. The model has been made in a precise 1:144 scale, which perfectly reflects the proportions and details of the original. The Ilushin Il-62M is a wide-body long-range aircraft that became an icon of civil aviation in the Eastern Bloc.

Historical Description of the Ilushin Il-62M

The Ilushin Il-62M was a development of the earlier Il-62 model. The aircraft was designed in the USSR and served mainly in the Soviet and subsequently Russian airline Aeroflot, as well as the air fleets of satellite countries. The original made its first flight in 1971, and the aircraft was operated from the late 1960s. The Il-62M carried passengers on long-haul routes during the Cold War era as well as in the following decades.

• Kit scale: 1:144
• Country of use: USSR and allied states (including Poland, East Germany, Cuba, North Korea)
• Period of use: from the late 1960s to the present day (Cold War and post-Cold War period)

Model Characteristics

• Model made from high-quality plastic
• The kit does not include glue or paints – these must be purchased separately
• Detailed reproduction of panel lines, engines, landing gear, and cockpit
• Decal sheet with markings included
• Option to create several paint schemes
• Parts fit together easily – convenient during assembly

Category and Recommended Modeler Group

The product is classified as a plastic model kit. The model is recommended for both intermediate and experienced modelers, especially for enthusiasts of civil aviation and fans of Soviet aircraft. Assembling the model provides lots of satisfaction and allows the creation of an impressive replica of a historical aircraft.

Build difficulty level: 3/5 – suitable for those who already have some experience with basic kits, but should not pose major difficulties for seasoned modelers.