IL-86 wide-body airliner, 1/72 - ModelSvit MSVIT7205

The Ilyushin Il-86 wide-body airliner scale model by ModelSvit, reference MSVIT7205, reproduces at 1/72 the first Soviet wide-body airliner featuring four jet engines. This large assembly kit is aimed at enthusiasts of Soviet civil aviation and modelers who want to build a particularly imposing collector’s piece.

The real Ilyushin Il-86

Designed during the 1970s, the Il-86 is a long-fuselage passenger transport aircraft powered by four engines. It entered service at the end of 1980, and production continued until 1993. Its distinctive silhouette, wingspan, and dimensions make it an iconic subject in Soviet civil aviation.

A large-format model kit at 1/72

At the 1/72 scale, the assembled model reaches 836 mm in length with a 667 mm wingspan. These dimensions highlight the lines of the quad-jet aircraft and require planning for both work space and a suitable display stand.

The ModelSvit kit includes 383 parts made from PS plastic and resin. It features a robust fiberglass fuselage, detachable wing consoles, and a photo-etched fret intended for detailing certain areas of the aircraft.

Assembly and finishing

Careful preparation of the parts, including removing flash and performing dry runs, helps achieve a clean fit on a model of this size. Using glue suited to the materials used, along with a primer before painting, makes it easier to check seams and obtain a uniform finish.

Painting can be done with a brush or an airbrush, depending on the modeler’s preferences. The large fuselage and wing surfaces are particularly well suited to a fine, even application of paint. Applying decals is best done on a smooth, glossy surface, before any optional clear-coat protection.

Technical specifications

• Brand : ModelSvit
• Reference : MSVIT7205
• Type : assembled airliner model kit
• Subject : Ilyushin Il-86 wide-body airliner
• Scale : 1/72
• Materials : resin and PS plastic
• Number of parts : 383
• Length (assembled) : 836 mm
• Wingspan (assembled) : 667 mm
• Included items : fiberglass fuselage, detachable wing consoles, and a photo-etched fret