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.

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."