Big Model 1440005 JAK-40 RUSAIR 1/144 – Plastic Scale Model Kit

Big Model 1440005 JAK-40 RUSAIR in 1/144 scale is a unique plastic model kit representing the Yakovlev JAK-40 passenger aircraft in the livery of RusAir Airlines. The model is intended for both collectors of aviation miniatures and advanced modelers looking for a detailed replica of the iconic Soviet-era aircraft from the Cold War period.

Model Features

• Scale: 1/144 – perfect for collections of civil and military airplanes.
• User country: USSR/Russia. The aircraft was also operated by other Eastern Bloc countries.
• Service period: Cold War and present day. The JAK-40 entered service in 1968 and was used for many years by domestic airlines and military aviation.
• Material: High-quality plastic, complemented by metal landing gears, photo-etched parts, and masks. The kit also includes a decal sheet with the distinctive RusAir markings.
• Kit contents:
  • plastic model parts
  • photo-etched sheet (cockpit, landing gear, and antenna details)
  • masks for precise window painting
  • metal landing gears for durability and accurate undercarriage detail replication
  • detailed decal sheet with RusAir insignia

Historical Information

The Yakovlev JAK-40 is a Soviet tri-jet designed for regional passenger air service. It was built for operations on short local airfield runways and entered service in the late 1960s. Known for its exceptional reliability, it was used by Aeroflot airlines, later by Russian carriers, as well as by government and military services in Eastern Europe, Asia, and Africa. As the world’s first regional jet, the JAK-40 facilitated the development of short-range air travel networks.

Product Category

• Plastic model kit
• Passenger aircraft model
• Set with extras: photo-etch, metal parts, decals

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

The Big Model 1440005 JAK-40 RUSAIR 1/144 is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who appreciate outstanding historical accuracy and high-quality details. We rate the difficulty at 3.5/5 – the numerous extras and small scale require precision and patience. This model is an ideal choice for enthusiasts of 1960s-80s aviation modeling and collectors of Russian aircraft designs.