Antonov Mriya Ukrainian Dream Metal Time Steel Model official exclusive edition

Together with Antonov, Metal Time supports Ukrainian aviation rebuilding programs, including:
- the restoration of the AN-225 Mriya aircraft;
- training of new pilots and aircraft engineers;
- the restoration of houses of Antonov employees, destroyed during the war.

In 1988, Antonov Aviation built the world's largest cargo aircraft, the AN-225, named Mriya (translated from Ukrainian, means Dream) and landed it at the Gostomel airport, in Kyiv, Ukraine.

Its specifications were astonishing: it was 275 feet long, 288 feet wide and 59 feet tall. To understand just how enormous Mriya was imagine a six-story house with four entrances. The Mriya weighed 350 tons (700,000 lbs.) and could lift another 250 tons (500,000 lbs.). This was an absolute record. Mriya was a beast. No plane on earth could come close to that much carrying capacity. For example, Mriya could transport a herd of 42 elephants, or more than 1.8 million iPhones.

Over the years, the Mriya AN-225, has transported giraffes, yachts, parts of power plants and other large items other planes could not transport. Mriya carried the first Soviet "Shuttle" called "Buran" made its longest flight. After a short flight into space, the Buran remained grounded, but the Mriya would continue to soar!

Such an amazing feat of engineering has rarely been seen on earth. Each takeoff and landing of the Mriya became spectacle, attracting the press and people from all over the world.

You can destroy a plane, but you can't kill a Dream. One day Mriya will fly again.

History of the aircraft

Mriya - the largest transport aircraft in the world AN-225, built by Ukrainian engineers and aircraft builders. Its codename translates from Ukrainian - a dream. This aircraft was the flagship of the world aviation fleet.

The dimensions of this aircraft were indeed unique: its length is 84 metres, its height 18.2 metres. To understand these figures, imagine a six-storey building with four entrances. The "Mriya" weighed 550 tonnes and could lift another 250 tonnes. This is an absolute record among heavier-than-air vehicles that have ever travelled on earth. "Mriya" could transport a herd of 42 elephants, for example. Or a million iPhones. Or an entire Boeing 737.

In the history of the Mriya AN-225's flights, there have been episodes of transporting giraffes, yachts and parts of power plants. On its fuselage, the first Soviet "shuttle" named "Buran" completed its longest flight. At the end of February 2022, during the Russian attack, the Mriya was destroyed, but the dream will not be destroyed.

But the engineers of "Metal Time" are reviving the aircraft as a scale model for self-assembly. Here is the Exclusive Edition of the award-winning "Ukrainian Dream" model.

In memory of the outstanding unique aircraft, "Metal Time" presents the Ukrainian Dream, a model for self-assembly.

The aircraft is connected to the stand, which contains a winding spring mechanism with a key. The movement of the mechanism is transmitted to the "motors" via a gear system and drives the blades of the turbines. The model contains coloured stainless steel parts. It is the perfect gift for fans of aviation history. The Exclusive Edition of the model has exclusive design features such as decals and lettering on the fuselage. The "Ukrainian Dream EE" can be used separately from the stand. In this case, the automatic movement of the wings is not performed.

Features, advantages

Like all Metal Time DIY models, the "Ukrainian Dream EE" is made of environmentally friendly stainless steel, which is used in the food industry and approved for the manufacture of consumer goods and toys.

The precise cutting of the kit eliminates the possibility of cuts during assembly. The parts are precisely matched so there will be no problems during assembly.

The pleasant feel, strength and aesthetics of the brushed metal positively distinguish the steel parts from wood or plastic used in other kits.

The practical flat packaging made of environmentally friendly, recyclable cardboard combines the compactness and aesthetics of a status gift.

Every buyer of a "Metal Time" model receives a club badge, a thank-you card and a unique number assigned to each model. Joining the "Metal Time" club opens up additional opportunities for every buyer.

The "Ukrainian Dream EE" is not just a model to build yourself or a nice souvenir. It is a monument to the work of outstanding aircraft builders who have succeeded in creating a unique aircraft. Since there was only one copy of the AN-225, this model offers the opportunity to preserve a part of this technical miracle and at the same time participate in its revival.

Assembling the "Ukrainian Dream EE" model is a difficult challenge for fans of technical creativity. A complex design and many details require the highest concentration and a lot of time to achieve a result. This model belongs to the category of the most difficult models to build in the "Metal Time" collection.

Assembling the model is a great joint activity for the whole family, a friendly company or the members of a theme club.

But the result will justify all expectations.

The "Ukrainian Dream EE" is intended for fans of aviation, mechanisms and history, as well as for collectors of DIY models.

This model is the flagship of the "Metal Time" aviation collection, which already has a dozen legendary aircraft.

The An-225 model can be an impressive decoration for a home, study or office, or become part of a composition dedicated to the history of aviation. It can also be used as part of the airport layout, where it will take its well-deserved place as a flagship.

The "Ukrainian Dream EE" model is a wonderful gift that fulfils a great mission, as part of the purchase price of each model is used for the restoration of Ukrainian aviation.

Specifications
Quantity of parts, pcs: 267
Level of difficulty, from 1 to 8: 8
Hours for assembly (average): 20
Model size (cm): 38.1×39.8×11.5
Model size (inches): 15×4.53×15.67
Pack size: L
Winding mechanism
Rotation of the turbine blades
Cargo door opening at the nose
Removable base
Double colour