MiG-17F Fresco C, 1/48 - Hobby Boss 80334

The MiG-17F Fresco C Hobby Boss 80334 is a military aircraft model kit to be assembled at 1/48. Made from injection-molded plastic, this kit reproduces the MiG-17F version, identified Fresco C in the NATO designation system.

The Mikoyan-Gourevitch MiG-17 is a Soviet jet fighter that appeared during the 1950s. Derived from the MiG-15 family, it is notably distinguished by its swept wings and was used by many air forces during the Cold War period. The MiG-17F variant is equipped with an afterburning engine.

The Hobby Boss 80334 model kit

This reference includes 133 parts and comes with a clear canopy, a detailed cockpit, and decals. Three decoration options are provided to depict aircraft from the Soviet and North Vietnamese air forces.

Once assembled, the model measures 236.5 mm long with a 201.5 mm wingspan. At the 1/48 scale, each dimension of the real aircraft is reduced by a factor of 48, a format well suited for highlighting the characteristic lines of this Soviet fighter.

Assembly and finishing

Assembling a plastic kit requires the usual modeling tools: side cutters to remove parts from the sprues, glue suitable for plastic, and fine sandpaper to prepare the assembly areas. Applying a primer before painting makes it easier to check the surface and achieve a consistent finish.

Decals allow you to add the markings from the chosen decoration option. Then, a light weathering—applied with restraint—can emphasize the structural lines and add more depth to the reproduction.

Technical features

• Brand : Hobby Boss
• Reference : 80334
• Type : military aircraft model kit to be assembled
• Subject : MiG-17F Fresco C
• Scale : 1/48
• Material : injection-molded plastic
• Number of parts : 133
• Assembled length : 236.5 mm
• Assembled wingspan : 201.5 mm
• Decorations : three Soviet and North Vietnamese markings