About This Item
This 1/72 scale diecast model of the Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-19PM Farmer-E “Red 335” of the East German Air Force comes in the manufacturer’s original unopened packaging and features a detailed exterior, true-to-scale proportions, missile accessories, and a display stand, with diecast metal construction complemented by select plastic parts for a durable, weighty feel. Measuring approximately 8.25 inches in length with a 5-inch wingspan, the model showcases realistic panel lines, antennas, access panels, and surface detailing for an accurate representation of the real interceptor, though it does not include any opening components. The MiG-19PM, equipped with the RP-5 Izumrud radar and K-5 guided missiles, served as one of East Germany’s first supersonic, missile-armed interceptors during the Cold War, forming part of the LSK/NVA’s frontline defense near the inner German border where aircraft such as Number 335 were frequently scrambled to counter NATO reconnaissance flights. While the MiG-19PM did not engage in large-scale combat in East German service, it played a vital deterrent role and represented a technological bridge between earlier MiG-15/17 fighters and the more advanced MiG-21 that followed. The MiG-19 family saw combat in conflicts including the Vietnam War, Middle Eastern engagements, and the Indo-Pakistani wars, demonstrating both its strong climb rate and speed as well as limitations of early missile systems. This meticulously crafted model captures the sleek profile and authentic Cold War markings of the aircraft, offering collectors and aviation enthusiasts a compelling tribute to one of the Warsaw Pact’s pioneering radar-guided interceptors.
