Hobby Master 1:72 Air Power Series HA9516
Sukhoi Su-30SM Flanker-H Diecast Model
Russian Air Force, Red 28, Latakia AB, Syria | |
| 1:72 Scale | | Length | | Width |
|---|
| Sukhoi Su-30SM Flanker-H | | 12" | | 8" |
PLEASE NOTE: This item is not currently in stock and has a planned arrival date of November 2026.- Orders may not ship until complete. If you wish to receive in-stock items prior to pre-ordered items, you must place separate orders.
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The Russian Air Force deployed Su-30SM fighters to Khmeimim Air Base near Latakia, Syria, beginning in 2015 as part of Russia's military intervention in the Syrian conflict. The Su-30SM served in air superiority, escort, and patrol roles, protecting strike aircraft and maintaining control of the airspace around Russian operations. Equipped with advanced radar, thrust vectoring engines, and modern air to air missiles, the aircraft provided strong multirole capability. Su-30SM crews conducted combat air patrols, escorted bombers, and monitored coalition aircraft operating in the region. The deployment demonstrated Russia's modern expeditionary air combat capability in sustained overseas operations.
Designed as two-seat multi-role variant of the Su-27, the Su-30 was first flown (as the Su-27PU) on December 31, 1989. The design grew from a Soviet need for a long-range interceptor based on the Su-27 with the addition of a second pilot and retractable in-flight refuelling probe. Similar to the F-15E Strike Eagle, the Su-30 is still a highly capable Air Superiority Fighter while an advanced avionics suite make it formidable in the Air-to-Ground Strike Fighter role. The Su-30 has spawned numerous sub-variants, including several designed for the export market. © Copyright 2003-2026 The Flying Mule, Inc.
The Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" range presents detailed, ready-made diecast models of military aircraft.
Hobby Master "1:72 Air Power Series" diecast airplanes feature:
- Diecast metal construction with some plastic components.
- Realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels and surface details.
- Pad printed markings and placards that won't fade or peel like decals.
- Presentation stand to display the aircraft "in flight".
- Accurately detailed underside with concealed screwheads.
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