Litaki 144001 Tu-22M2 Backfire-B Anti-Ship Missile Carrier 1/144 is a high-quality plastic model kit that faithfully recreates the Soviet long-range strategic bomber Tu-22M2 "Backfire-B." The model in the popular 1/144 scale is an excellent choice for both military aviation enthusiasts and demanding modelers looking for new challenges for their collection.

• Scale: 1/144
• Country of Origin (of the original): Soviet Union (USSR)
• Material: high-quality plastic, precisely cast parts with detailed cockpit and armament, decals included in set
• Category: plastic assembly model kit of a military aircraft
• Assembly difficulty: 3/5 – intermediate level

History and Use:
The Tu-22M2 "Backfire-B" bomber entered service during the Cold War era, at the end of the 1960s, as the USSR’s modern response for countering naval and land targets at long distances. Its main operator was the Soviet Military, with a focus on Naval Aviation, for which the aircraft was adapted to carry heavy Kh-22 anti-ship missiles. The Tu-22M2 participated in numerous naval exercises and remained a vital component of the Soviet deterrence strategy in the Norwegian Sea, Baltic, and Pacific until the end of the Cold War. Nowadays, modified Tu-22M variants are still in service with the Russian Air Force.

Why choose this set?
The Litaki Tu-22M2 model stands out for the excellent quality of its sprues with no flash, detailed panel lines, and realistically recreated anti-ship armament. Characteristic aerodynamic details are present, and thanks to the included decals, you can reproduce selected historic markings. This product is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers interested in Cold War militaria as well as fans of Soviet aviation. It is a valuable addition to any collection and guarantees satisfaction both in building and displaying the finished model.