Trumpeter 03908 TU-16K-10 Badger-C Model Kit - Historical Series  [TP03908]

Introduction to the TU-16K-10 Badger-C scale kit

The TU-16K-10 Badger-C stands out as a Cold War era maritime strike aircraft, evolving from a high speed bomber platform. This variant carried the K-10S (AS-2 Kipper) cruise missile to engage naval targets at range.

Significance for collectors and historians

Entering service in the 1960s, the TU-16K-10 was a notable component of Soviet naval aviation. Trumpeter's 1:144 kit offers a compact, authentic representation suited to historical displays and modelling collections.

Construction tips and presentation guidance

With 87 parts this kit sits at a moderate skill level, rewarding careful fitting and finishing. The completed model makes a credible addition to a shelf or a Cold War themed exhibit, especially when coupled with period markings.