The mig-23 was designed in 1964-66 as a successor to the mig-21. In addition to a much more powerful engine, the mig-23's most significant new feature was its variable sweep wing. Like the usaf's swing wing f-111, the sweep of the wings could be changed in flight. Fully spread, this gives a shorter take off/landing roll while carrying a heavier weapons load. With the wings fully swept back, the mig-23 has greater speed. The wing has three sweep settings: 16, 45, and 72 degrees. The prototype first flew in april 1967 and mig-23s began entering operational service in 1971.
item no : 02855
item name : russian mig-23ml flogger-g
bar code : 9580208028552
scale : 1:48
item type : static kit
model brief : length:365. 9 mm : wingspan:290. 3 mm
total parts : 370+
metal parts : n/a
photo etched parts : 1 piece
film parts : n/a
resin parts : n/a
total sprues : 17 sprues
released date : 2013-11
more features : - detailed :fuselage w/accurate design
- canopy made from clear parts
- wing sweep can be varied
- optional position flaps
- wing sweep can be varied
- optional position flaps
- plenty of external loads
- finely detailed cockpit,gear cabin,
- crew seats with photo-etched seat belts and harnesses. "