Tupolev TU-144S Tupolev Design Bureau CCCP-77101
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Tupolev TU-144S Tupolev Design Bureau
General information
The 1:400 scale Tupolev TU-144S aircraft model is a high-quality replica of the famous Soviet supersonic airliner. This model from the manufacturer Herpa faithfully captures the characteristic design and proportions of the real aircraft.
Origin and history
The TU-144 was the world's first supersonic airliner, taking off in 1968, two months before its Western rival Concorde. The aircraft was designed by the Tupolev Design Bureau under the leadership of Alexei Tupolev, the son of the famous Soviet aircraft designer Andrei Tupolev.
Curiosity
- The TU-144 was nicknamed "Concordski" due to its resemblance to the British-French Concorde
- The plane reached a maximum speed of up to 2500 km/h
- It flew in commercial service only briefly, from 1977 to 1978
Questions and answers
Is this model suitable for children?
This model is not primarily intended as a toy for children. This is a collector's item more suitable for adult modelers and aviation fans.
What material is the model made of?
Exact material information is not available, but Herpa models in this scale are usually made of quality plastics or metal alloys.
Summary
Herpa's 1:400 scale Tupolev TU-144S model is a detailed and accurate replica of the iconic Soviet supersonic aircraft. It is an ideal choice for collectors and aviation history enthusiasts who appreciate the importance of this revolutionary machine in the history of civil aviation.
Additional parameters
| Category: | Tupolev TU-144 Other manufacturers |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer: | Herpa |
| Scale: | 1:400 |
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