Big Model 1440061 Jak-40 Malev (1/144) – Plastic Model Airplane Kit

Discover the unique Jak-40 passenger aircraft model in 1/144 scale, released by the renowned brand Big Model. We present the Big Model 1440061 Jak-40 Malev kit, which allows every aviation and modeling enthusiast to faithfully recreate one of the most iconic regional jets of the 1970s.

Key product features:

• Scale: 1/144 – ideal for collectors and those who appreciate detail in a compact finished model
• Operator’s Country: Hungary (Malev Hungarian Airlines), as well as other former Eastern Bloc countries
• Version: Malev livery, featuring the classic style of Hungary’s national carrier
• Period of use: Cold War era, in operation from the late 1960s until the early 21st century
• Material: Highest quality plastic, ensuring easy processing and painting
• Category: Plastic model kit
• Included: set of plastic sprues, Malev decals, assembly instructions

Historical description of the Jak-40 model

The Jak-40 is a Soviet, three-engine passenger aircraft designed for local air routes, which entered service in 1968. It was the world’s first regional jet designed by the USSR. Its reliability and low operating requirements made it widely used by airlines of Warsaw Pact countries, including Hungary’s Malev. These aircraft operated on domestic and international routes, connecting smaller cities with larger airports in Eastern Europe up until the 1990s.

Why choose Big Model 1440061 Jak-40 Malev?

• A model recommended for both beginners and intermediate modelers – recommended difficulty level: 2/5
• Accurately reproduced fuselage, wings, and engine details
• Authentic Malev decals for a realistic finish
• An excellent choice especially for civil aviation enthusiasts and collectors of miniature passenger planes
• Perfect for dioramas depicting Cold War era airports

Note: The set does not include glue or paints – these must be purchased separately in our modeling store. The Big Model 1440061 Jak-40 Malev is an excellent way to develop your passion and collect extraordinary aviation models from the history of European aviation.