The Antonov An-225 Mriya was a strategic airlift cargo aircraft designed in the 1980s by the Antonov Design Bureau. It was originally developed to transport the Soviet Space Shuttle, and only one example was ever completed. After successfully fulfilling its military missions, it was refurbished and reintroduced into commercial operation with Antonov Airlines, carrying oversized payloads.
With a maximum takeoff weight of 640 tons the An-225 held several records, including heaviest aircraft ever built and largest wingspan of any aircraft in operational service. The Mriya attracted a high degree of public interest, attaining a global following due to its size and its uniqueness. People frequently visited airports to see its scheduled arrivals and departures.
The An-225 was destroyed in the Battle of Antonov Airport during the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Specifications:
- Maximum speed: 850 km/h (530 mph, 460 kn)
- Range: 15,400 km (9,600 mi) with maximum fuel
- Crew: 6
- Wingspan: 88.4 m (290 ft 0 in)
- Max weight: 640,000 kg (1,410,958 lb)
Additional information about this Brickmania® custom building kit:
This massive 1/120 scale kit features over 140 printed elements, a working nose cone and hollow cargo compartment. Other pieces include parts for the stand, pieces to build both stowed and deployed landing gear modes and elements to build the “Ukrainian Parking Enforcement” tractor.
Model Statistics:
- Designed by Dan Siskind
- 2061 LEGO® Elements
- 144 custom printed elements
- Full-color printed building instructions
- Advanced Skill Level (6-8 years building experience recommended)
All Brickmania® model kits are made of new-condition LEGO® bricks. This model comes disassembled and includes complete printed building instructions. This is a limited-edition kit and production may be discontinued at any time.