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product_id: 165584327
title: "Z7230 - Model Kit - Mil MI-8T - 1:72 Scale"
brand: "zvezda"
price: "R1912"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 5
category: "Zvezda"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/165584327-z7230-model-kit-mil-mi-8t-1-72-scale
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# Intermediate skill level Lightweight 235g build 1:72 scale precision Z7230 - Model Kit - Mil MI-8T - 1:72 Scale

**Brand:** zvezda
**Price:** R1912
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🚁 Own a piece of aviation history—build, paint, and display the iconic Mil Mi-8!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Z7230 - Model Kit - Mil MI-8T - 1:72 Scale by zvezda
- **How much does it cost?** R1912 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/165584327-z7230-model-kit-mil-mi-8t-1-72-scale)

## Best For

- zvezda enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted zvezda brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Collector’s Pride:** Join a global community of over 50 countries who trust and admire the Mi-8 legacy.
- • **No Batteries Needed:** Pure hands-on creativity—no electronics, just your skill and imagination.
- • **Skillfully Detailed:** Designed for intermediate modelers seeking a rewarding build with authentic detail and craftsmanship.
- • **Perfect Display Size:** Compact yet impressive dimensions (77.47 x 52.07 x 12.7 cm) make it a standout on any shelf or desk.
- • **Iconic Soviet Engineering:** Recreate the legendary Mil Mi-8, the world's most-produced helicopter, in stunning 1:72 scale.

## Overview

The Z7230 Mil MI-8T model kit offers an intermediate-level, hands-on building experience of the world’s most-produced twin-turbine transport helicopter. Crafted in precise 1:72 scale with lightweight plastic, this kit requires no batteries and is perfect for hobbyists aged 14 and up who want to join a global community of aviation enthusiasts.

## Description

The Mil Mi-8 is a Soviet-designed medium twin-turbine transport helicopter that can also act as a gun. The Mi-8 is the world's most-produced helicopter, used by over 50 countries. Russia is the main producer and the largest operator of the Mi-8/Mi-17 helicopter.

Review: High quality, excellent detail good fun to bulid and paint. As good as Tamiya models!
Review: Excelente

## Features

- Minimum age: 14 years old
- Skill level: Intermediate
- Item Package Weight: 9.3 pounds

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B000RJ3U9C |
| Assembly Required | Yes |
| Batteries Required? | No |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Best Sellers Rank | 197,031 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) 505 in Aircraft Model Building Kits |
| Colour | No Paint |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (25) |
| Date First Available | 2 Jun. 2007 |
| Educational Objective(s) | Exchange, share |
| Item model number | Z7230 |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
| Material Type(s) | Plastic |
| Number of Game Players | 1 |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 77.47 x 52.07 x 12.7 cm; 235 g |
| Remote Control Included? | No |
| Scale | 1:72 |

## Product Details

- **Age range (description):** Kid
- **Brand:** Zvezda
- **Colour:** No Paint
- **Item dimensions L x W x H:** 77.5 x 52.1 x 12.7 centimetres
- **Theme:** Military

## Images

![Z7230 - Model Kit - Mil MI-8T - 1:72 Scale - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71F68eW6CdL.jpg)

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by 4***6 on 13 September 2024*

High quality, excellent detail good fun to bulid and paint. As good as Tamiya models!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***Z on 4 February 2023*

Excelente

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Review
*by M***. on 11 July 2020*

Ottimo modello

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-05-16*