Kovozavody Prostejov KPM0297 Mi-4 Hound-A „International“ 1/72 is a high-quality plastic model kit designed for demanding modelers interested in military aviation and 20th-century history. The model replicates the Soviet multipurpose Mi-4 helicopter (NATO designation: Hound-A) in the popular 1/72 scale, allowing for precise reproduction of the original machine's details. The "International" version enables the creation of a model in liveries used by various countries, making the kit especially attractive to collectors of equipment from the Cold War era.

• Category: 1/72 Plastic model kit
• Manufacturer: Kovozavody Prostejov
• Material: high-quality injection-molded plastic for durability and ease of processing
• Scale: 1/72
• Historical period: Cold War (years of production: 1953–1969, combat use: 1950s–1990+)
• Countries using it: USSR, Warsaw Pact countries, India, China (as Harbin Z-5), Sudan, Syria, and others
• Original purpose: troop transport, medevac, ASW, transport, and civilian roles (firefighting, agriculture)
• Real operations: Indo-Pakistani Wars, Vietnam War, war in Afghanistan
• Contents: plastic sprues with finely recreated fuselage and rotor details, rich decal sheet with markings for several countries, clear assembly instructions
• Extras: the kit does not include photo-etched, metal, or resin parts – pure injection-molded plastic
• Difficulty level: 2/5 (easy to intermediate, also suitable for beginners)
• Requires: self-assembly; glue and acrylic or enamel paints must be purchased separately

The Mi-4 KPM0297 model is an excellent choice for both modelers starting their adventure with helicopters and more advanced collectors looking for a base for extensive conversions or dioramas. Excellent parts fit, detailed cockpit reproduction, and decals for several international versions allow for full customization. Highly recommended especially for Cold War aviation enthusiasts, collectors of Soviet equipment, and those building transport helicopter collections. The model is a perfect addition to any collection of 1950s and 1960s military equipment.