Trumpeter 03905 TU-142MR Bear-J Detailed 1/144 Aircraft Kit  [TP03905]

Trumpeter 03905 TU-142MR Bear-J: A Concise Study of Soviet Naval Aviation

The Trumpeter 03905 TU-142MR Bear-J model captures the distinctive profile of a Soviet maritime patrol platform in 1:144 scale. Known for its role in submarine communications, the TU-142MR is represented with the external changes that define its mission equipment.

Service History and Importance

As a modification of the Tu-142M, the TU-142MR operated chiefly as a communications relay for submarines. Changes like the absence of the under-fuselage search radar and the use of a trailing wire antenna underline its specialist duties, and the kit reflects these characteristics.

Assembly Appeal and Showcase Quality

The model comprises 124 parts, offering a satisfying build for modellers with prior aircraft kit experience. Optional position flaps permit varied displays, and the decals together with the scale proportions create a convincing representation for museum-style shelves or personal collections.