1/72 Trumpeter Tu-142MR

by Raymond Utter

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This is my Tu-142MR, done up in the modern paint scheme.  I really wanted a Bear, but I really hate painting bare metal!!  A lot of research, Finding pics of this Bird is really hard, and I had it.  A Mod Russian grey Bear!!  No aluminum, no buffing, No fingerprints!!  The kit was built outta' the box, and I used WEM and Floquil paints. 

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With the exception of the antenna reel box at the bottom and several new antenna around the aircraft, it is the same Bear as Trumps TU-95.  Fit is pretty good, worth the money if you really need a Bear. This was my Birthday present from my wife this year so, did I really pay for it? Hope you enjoy.

Raymond

Photos and text © by Raymond Utter