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Russian Ilyushin Aircraft. All prices are subject to change without notice, click on item for the latest price. Ilyushin Il-2M3 Stormovik 1/48 Scale Model Kit. Plastic Model Kit. The Il-2 Stormovik, dubbed "The Flying Tank" because of its heavy armament, was the preeminent Soviet ground-attack plane of WWII and the most-produced aircraft of the war. This highly detailed plastic kit of the late-production M3 variant features recessed panel lines, a realistic-look interior, a rearward-facing gunner's position, optional armament, and gear-up or gear-down configurations. 11¾" wingspan; 120 pieces, assembly required. #0096001 Price: $35.95 Ilyushin Il-4 1/72 Scale Kit. Plastic Model Kit. This mid-1930s long-range Soviet bomber first bore the TsKB-26 moniker, was later called the DB-3F, and after several upgrades was re-designated the Il-4 in 1942, when it served the Soviet air force and navy in bombing, recon and torpedo roles. Detailed plastic kit features engraved panel lines, fabric effect on the elevators and rudder, and intricate landing gear. Includes markings and 76 pieces. 17½" wingspan; assembly required. #0096010 Price: $24.95 Russian Ilyshin Aircraft Books. OKB Ilyushin. Hardbound Book. A History of the Design Bureau and Its Aircraft. Gordon, Komissarov & Komissarov. Covering the entire history of Ilyushin, from its 1934 founding onward, this heavily illustrated volume presents everything from pre-World War II bombers, to the famed IL-2 Sturmovik, to post-war jets and, starting with 1945's IL-12 "DC-3 replacement," the transition to commercial aircraft. 384 pages, 500 B&W photographs, 8½"x 11", hardcover. #0011225 Price: $59.95 llyushin Il-2 and Il-10 Shturmovik. Hardbound Book. Gordon & Komissarov. Similar in appearance, performance and role to the ill-fated British Fairey Battle, the Ilyushin Shturmovik was a much more successful airplane, forming the backbone of the Soviet air force for much of the war as it was employed in varied roles and manufactured in staggering numbers. This developmental and operational history of both variants includes 200 pgs., 333 B&W and 36 color photos. 8½"x 11", hdbd. #0015168   Price: $49.95 Ilyushin Il-4 in Action. Softbound Book. Stapfer. This highly successful Soviet long-range bomber served from the mid-1930s through the end of the war, and is noteworthy for being the first Soviet craft to bomb Berlin in 1941. This book by a noted Soviet aircraft expert examines the development and operational service of the DB-3/Il-4 with 3-view drawings, 10 color profiles, and 90 B&W period photos. 50 pgs., 11"x 8¼", sfbd. #0030142 Price: $12.95 Ilyushin IL-76    Wing span 165' 8",   Length 152' 10 1/4",   Height 48' 5",   Wing area 3,229 sq. ft.,  Max take-off weight 374,785 lbs.,  Max speed 459 kts 528 mph.   Cursing speed 432 kts 497 mph.,   Take off speed 114 kts 131 mph.  Max altitude 50,850 feet,  Max Range with reserves 3,617 nm 4,163 miles.  Nato designation Candid.  This aircraft replaced the An-12 Cub.   Ilyushin Il-76 is a 4-engined heavy transport aircraft in widespread use in eastern Europe, Asia, and Africa. The aircraft is able to operate from short and unprepared airstrips, and capable of coping with the worst weather conditions likely to be experienced in Siberia and the Russian arctic regions.

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