Extraordinary, highly detailed, museum-grade large exhibition presentation model of Venera 4 (Автоматическая межпланетная станция Венера-4). Venera 4 holds a legendary place in space exploration history as the first spacecraft to successfully enter the atmosphere of another planet and transmit direct scientific data back to Earth from Venus on October 18, 1967.

Produced in Korolyov, USSR by the Moscow Experimental Factory of Visual Aids, this model was built by the official facility tasked with creating high-level presentational models for Soviet space program leaders, engineering bureau archives, and international diplomatic gifts.

Historical Provenance & Credentials:

Developer: OKB-1 / NPO S.A. Lavochkin

Manufacturer: Moscow Experimental Factory of Visual Aids (Korolyov, USSR)

Mission: Venera 4 (Launched June 12, 1967; arrived at Venus October 18, 1967)

Plaque Inscription: Features an engraved silver-on-black metallic identification plate reading:

“АВТОМАТИЧЕСКАЯ МЕЖПЛАНЕТНАЯ СТАЦИЯ «ВЕНЕРА-4» — НПО ИМЕНИ С.А. ЛАВОЧКИНА — 18 ОКТЯБРЯ, 1967”

360° Detailed Design & Engineering Highlights:

Iconic High-Gain Parabolic Antenna: Highlights the large, multi-ribbed red-and-white umbrella-style parabolic main reflector dish with central feed array and deployment mechanisms.

Complex Astro-Navigation Unit: Features the distinctive black rear optical orientation/star-tracker housing with multi-aperture sensor lenses used for deep-space cruise alignment.

Spherical Detachable Lander Module: Accurate top compartment housing the spherical atmospheric entry probe,complete with silver attitude control gas spheres and orbital bus separation latches.

Deployable Solar Array Grid: Large twin solar panels complete with detailed grid structures, rear support trusses,and spiral-striped boom sensors.

Period-Accurate Cyrillic Lettering: Features bold red "СОЮЗ СОВЕТСКИХ СОЦИАЛИСТИЧЕСКИХ РЕСПУБЛИК" (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics) wrap-around lettering on the upper instrument section and "СССР" on the lower engine housing.

High-Gloss Display Base: Mounted on a thick, glossy black presentation pedestal.

Condition & Specifications:

Scale/Size: Large-scale presentational desktop display piece.

Overall Height: 22″ (56 cm) tall

Width (with open solar panels): 27″ (69 cm) wide

Display Base: Glossy black pedestal measuring 10″ x 10″ x 1.5″ (25.4 cm x 25.4 cm x 3.8 cm)

Materials: Composite metal alloy, precision-molded components, high-gloss enamel finish, polished chrome plating.

Condition: Exceptional, museum-quality display condition. Paintwork is crisp, chrome/metal elements are mirror-bright, and all delicate antennas, sensors, and structural panels are intact (please review all high-resolution photos for exact details).

Ideal For:

High-End Soviet & Global Space Exploration Artifact Collectors

Aerospace Museums, Public Exhibits, & Private Scientific Archives

Executive Corporate Offices & Historic Display Interiors