Tupolev Tu-160 BlackJack Bomber, 1/144 - Trumpeter 03906

The Tupolev Tu-160 BlackJack Bomber model by Trumpeter 03906 reproduces at 1/144 the supersonic strategic bomber Tu-160. This plastic kit to be assembled depicts one of the most recognizable military aircraft from the Soviet and Russian era, thanks in particular to its elongated silhouette and variable-sweep wings.

Designed by Tupolev, the Tu-160 is known by its NATO reporting name “BlackJack”. This heavy variable-wing aircraft was developed for long-range strategic missions. Its fuselage with very fluid lines makes it a particularly interesting subject for a collection devoted to modern military aviation or the Cold War.

A 1/144 scale bomber model

The 1/144 scale reduces every dimension of the real aircraft by a factor of 144. It makes it possible to represent a very large bomber in an easier-to-display format and to integrate it into an aviation diorama.

Assembling a plastic model typically involves preparing the parts before gluing, removing moulding traces, and carrying out the necessary adjustments. Applying a primer coat helps achieve a uniform finish; decals are best applied to a smooth, glossy surface to limit how visible they are after drying.

Specifications

• Brand : Trumpeter
• Reference : 03906
• Type : military airplane model kit to be assembled
• Subject : Tupolev Tu-160 BlackJack Bomber
• Scale : 1/144
• Material : plastic

Release planned for September 2026.

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To build this model, you generally need plastic model glue, cutting and preparation tools, fine sandpaper, a primer, as well as paints suited to the chosen decal/decoration scheme.