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Rafi Ben-Shahar
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Mini Hobby Models 1/48 Mil Mi-24P Hind

April 6, 2024 · in Aviation · · 18 · 257

A re-box of - mold. This basic kit is an old-time building experience with plenty of seams to seal. The cockpit is in dire need of replacement if one decides to have the access doors and panels open. The big canopy is not quite a complementary part of the model. Nonetheless, the kit retains the overall rugged and intimidating look of the Russian helicopter that was the backbone of many air force assault units.

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  1. Originally a Monogram kit. I have the first issue in my stash, and if I ever get around to building it, I hope it turns out as well as yours!

  2. Hard to believe this is Revell's/Monogram's old soldier, Rafi (@blackmopane). As Tom (@tomhering) said above, I have been dragging the original kit around for a long time, and I hope it turns out this well when I build mine.

  3. The Hind looks so mean 😠, I wouldn’t want to mess with it (the kit and the actual helicopter).
    Very nice work, Rafi.

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    The Hind just has an evil, sinister look to it somehow. You’ve nicely captured that look.

  5. Excellent result out of an idiosyncratic kit, Rafi!
    Congratulations!

  6. Your persistence resulted in a beautiful Hind, Radio @blackmopane
    Well done.

  7. Nice work, Rafi. I’ve had one of those in the stash for years. I even have Angolan markings for it. Someday……

  8. Excellent build of a very intimidating helo.

  9. That's a winner, Rafi @blackmopane! 👍 I've had the Monogram version for more than 30 years; now that I have a set of canopy masks (shout out to Kitmasx!), I might even be tempted to build it. 😉 They are a formidable beast for sure! 😃

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