Zvesda Yak -9 Soviet Fighter

The Zvesda Yak-9 Soviet Fighter (part number HC-Z4815) captures one of WWII’s most produced and versatile Soviet aircraft. Designed to counter German Messerschmitt and Focke-Wulf fighters, the Yak-9 served in multiple roles from October 1942, including anti-tank and escort duties. This kit provides detailed parts and decal options to recreate historically significant airframes, including a French Normandy-Niemen Regiment machine.

Key Features

• Kit consists of 198 parts
• Model length: 17.7 cm
• Decals for 3 schemes: 2 Soviet aircraft and 1 from the French Normandy-Niemen Regiment
• Based on the Yak-9, developed to counter German fighters of the era

Historical Notes

• Entered service in October 1942
• Employed as an escort and in the anti-tank role
• Yak-9D variant featured extended range with additional fuel tanks
• Operated by allies including Yugoslavia, Poland and Bulgaria, plus the Normandy-Niemen unit
• Over 3,000 Yak-9 aircraft produced between 1942 and 1946