Airfix PZL LIM-5 1:72 Model Kit #A03092: Build, Paint & Assembly Guide

Airfix PZL LIM-5 1:72 Model Kit #A03092 deserves its own article because its identity is more specific than the surrounding category. The scale model kits record from Airfix is evaluated here through its exact naming, variant data, image evidence and intended project or collection use.

Exact identity and distinguishing details

• Exact product: Airfix PZL LIM-5 1:72 Model Kit #A03092
• Brand or vendor: Airfix
• Product type: Scale Model Kits
• SKU or catalog key: ARXA03092
• Scale stated in the record: 1:72
• Year appearing in the identity: 1955
• Road or release number: A03092
• Variants reviewed: 1
• Product images indexed: 2

The recorded price at verification was $24.99 before shipping and tax. At least one variant was orderable when the record was checked.

A correct match requires more than recognizing the brand. The scale marker 1:72 is part of the exact identity and should be matched before purchase. The year 1955 belongs to the listing identity; it should not automatically be treated as the manufacturing date of the item. The number A03092 separates this release from visually similar versions. The item number ARXA03092 provides the most efficient cross-check when another listing uses slightly different punctuation or wording.

The verified description in context

The source description says: “This 1:72 scale model kit replicates the Polish-manufactured PZL Lim-5, a licensed version of the renowned MiG-17 jet fighter. Comprising 87 plastic components, it features a wingspan of 134mm and is rated at Skill Level 2, making it ideal for modellers aged 8 and older. This kit offers an immersive building experience, reflecting the essence of this Cold War fighter. Key Features 1:72 scale model with 87 plastic components Skill Level 2 - suitable for ages 8+ Wingspan measures 134mm upon completion Includes two genuine paint schemes Depicts the Polish licensed MiG-17 version History The MiG 17 stands out as a prominent post-war Soviet jet fighter design, highly sought after by Warsaw Pact countries eager to enhance their air defence capabilities. In 1955, Poland received permission to produce the aircraft, resulting in approximately 477…” This is useful evidence, but it is not expanded beyond what the listing supports. Missing dimensions, materials, compatibility claims or package contents remain open questions.

Practical use and compatibility

A build guide for Airfix PZL LIM-5 1:72 Model Kit #A03092 starts with evidence, not assumptions. Match the exact release through ARXA03092, then inspect runners, parts, decals, instructions, accessory count and surface condition. Only after that inspection should the project be divided into cleanup, test fit, subassembly, paint, graphics and final finish.

Where the record omits a technical specification, consult the package instructions or manufacturer reference rather than borrowing a value from another scale or edition.

Where similar listings differ

Use the product image to compare box art, label, part arrangement and any visible instruction callouts. When the item arrives, inventory it before separating pieces from runners or backing sheets. Once parts are cut or decals are soaked, missing-content questions become harder to resolve.

A short build log—date, materials, colors and fit notes—adds lasting value to the product record.

The photographed item is part of the specification

Review all 2 available images in sequence rather than judging the item from the first thumbnail. Front, side, reverse, package and detail views answer different questions. The record is strongest when those views agree with the title and item number ARXA03092.

A disciplined final review

• Use the complete name, not a shortened marketplace label.
• Use ARXA03092 to prevent a near-match substitution.
• Read the variant and inventory state shown now.
• Confirm technical requirements from the current manufacturer source.
• Keep the receipt and one reference image with the product record.

Where it sits in the Muncle Mikes catalog

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Cataloging and project notes

After purchase, store the acquisition date, price, seller, item number ARXA03092, selected option and one clear image with the project or collection record. Add notes about fit, assembly, condition or performance only after they are observed on this exact item.

This separates verified ownership evidence from later opinion and makes a replacement or repeat purchase much easier.

Gift considerations

For gifting, the product image can verify the visual subject while the item number ARXA03092 verifies the release. Both checks matter when the recipient collects small variations.

Questions answered by the exact listing

What is the safest comparison key?

Start with ARXA03092, then verify the complete title and exact image. That sequence avoids most near-match errors.

Should availability wording be treated as permanent?

No. Inventory and supplier status can change after verification.

What does this guide intentionally avoid?

It avoids invented dimensions, unsupported rarity claims and compatibility assumptions not established by the product record.

Final check: the correct choice is the item whose title, item number ARXA03092, image and variant state agree with the project or collection need. Where one of those elements does not match, continue comparing before ordering.

Review the live Airfix PZL LIM-5 1:72 Model Kit #A03092 listing

Verified October 15, 2026 from the exact Shopify product record. Current price, options and availability remain controlled by the live listing.

Completing the evidence trail

To close the record for Airfix PZL LIM-5 1:72 Model Kit #A03092, pair item number ARXA03092 with the live image and the stated vendor, Airfix. The listing classifies it as Scale Model Kits. Those details should agree before another product is treated as an equivalent option. Any unstated dimension, material, quantity or compatibility point remains a question rather than a fact.

Keep a dated arrival image and record how the item was stored, displayed, installed or used. If the product is altered, preserve a description of the starting state and the changes made. This exact-item history supports future maintenance, collection audits and repeat purchases while keeping observations separate from the manufacturer or seller’s original claims.