Kittyhawk 1:48 Sukhoi Su-17/22UM-3K Fitter Trainer Fighter Bomber

Kitty Hawk 1/48 Sukhoi Su-17/22UM-3K Fitter Trainer Fighter Bomber

• 1/48 scale Sukhoi Su-17/22UM-3K “Fitter” trainer fighter-bomber plastic model kit by Kitty Hawk (No. KH80147)
• Highly detailed replica of the Soviet-designed variable-sweep wing strike aircraft used by Warsaw Pact and export operators
• Represents the two-seat UM-3K trainer variant with extended fuselage and dual cockpit configuration
• Accurately reproduced swing-wing mechanism for realistic swept and extended wing display options
• Detailed tandem cockpit with instrument panels, ejection seats, and canopy framing
• Finely molded fuselage with panel line engraving and realistic surface detailing
• Includes detailed landing gear bays, wheel assemblies, and structural components
• External ordnance options include bombs, rockets, and air-to-ground missile configurations
• Realistic engine intake and exhaust detailing with turbine structure representation
• Optional open canopy and weapon loadout configurations for display customization
• Designed for Cold War Soviet and export air force aviation collections
• Ideal for modern strike aircraft dioramas and airbase display scenes
• Compatible with 1/48 scale aircraft figures, ground crew, and accessories
• Excellent platform for advanced weathering, camouflage painting, and operational finishes
• High-quality Kitty Hawk tooling ensures fine detail and complex engineering accuracy
• Kit supplied unpainted and unassembled
• Glue and paint not included
• Recommended for experienced modellers aged 14+ and scale model enthusiasts

Beginner Modeller Essentials — Plastic Model Kit

• This is a plastic model assembly kit; it requires paint and glue to complete.
• You can choose from many brands of plastic cement and acrylic or enamel paints available in-store or online.
• Basic craft tools are highly recommended for a smoother, more enjoyable build:
• Side‑cutters for removing parts from sprues
• A sharp hobby knife for trimming and cleaning edges
• Helpful extras for beginners:
• Tweezers for handling small parts
• Sanding sticks, files, or sandpaper (various grits) for smoothing surfaces
• Plastic putty or filler to fix small gaps or imperfections
• Cutting mat to protect your workspace
• Paint brushes in a few sizes, or basic airbrush if you want to level up later
• Primer to help paint adhere and show imperfections before painting

Always follow the kit instructions step by step, test‑fit parts before gluing, and take your time — modelling is meant to be relaxing and fun.