Model Spec.
- COBI's EASY Planes
- no of bricks: 140
- Scale 1:48
- Model dimensions (L x W x H): see images for details
- Soviet Air Force
- Bodywork with pad printing
- Easy-to-follow instruction manual
- Compatible with other leading brands of construction blocks
History.
The Yakovlev Yak-3 was a highly effective Soviet fighter aircraft developed during World War II. First introduced in 1944, it was designed by the Yakovlev Design Bureau and quickly became one of the Soviet Air Force’s most celebrated fighters. The Yak-3 was renowned for its excellent maneuverability, lightweight design, and powerful Klimov VK-105PF2 engine, which gave it superior performance at low and medium altitudes.
With a top speed of 407 mph and a robust armament of one 20mm cannon and two 12.7mm machine guns, the Yak-3 excelled in dogfights, often outperforming German Luftwaffe aircraft such as the Messerschmitt Bf 109 and Focke-Wulf Fw 190. It played a crucial role on the Eastern Front, contributing significantly to Soviet air superiority in the latter part of the war.
Pilots praised the Yak-3 for its agility and ease of handling, making it a favourite among Soviet aces. Its success in combat and relatively simple production made it an essential component of the Soviet war effort, leaving a lasting legacy as one of the finest fighters of World War II.
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