Eduard CX259 Sea Harrier FRS.1/ FRS.2 AIRFIX 1/72

Eduard CX259 Sea Harrier FRS.1/FRS.2 AIRFIX 1/72

Eduard CX259 is a high-quality mask set dedicated to the 1/72 scale plastic model of the Sea Harrier FRS.1 and FRS.2, designed specifically for Airfix replicas. This product belongs to the category: model accessories sets – painting masks. With this set, painting the most demanding elements such as canopies, cockpits, or landing gear wheels becomes quick, precise, and impressively effective.

Sea Harrier is a British carrier-based fighter-attack aircraft developed during the Cold War. The key variants, FRS.1 and FRS.2, served with the Royal Navy of Great Britain and the Indian Navy. These aircraft became renowned, among other things, during the Falklands conflict in 1982, where the Sea Harrier FRS.1 played a vital role in providing air superiority for the British naval air group. The FRS.2 model was a modernized version that served in the 1990s up until the early 21st century.

• Scale: 1:72 – one of the most popular formats among aircraft modelers, allowing faithful reproduction of details while maintaining compact dimensions.
• Purpose: Masks for painting elements of the Sea Harrier FRS.1/FRS.2 (Airfix) plastic model, including both cockpit glazing and other significant details.
• Material: Specialized laser-cut foil mask – flexible and adheres perfectly to the model surface; the masks leave no marks after removal.
• Historical period: Cold War / Modern era (service years: 1980–2006; Falklands conflict 1982).
• Contents: Complete set of masks for the pilot's canopy glazing and main and nose landing gear wheels; each mask corresponds to individual segments of the Airfix model.
• Difficulty level: 1/5 – recommended for both beginners and advanced modelers; application does not require special skills.
• Target group: Modelers doing detailed painting of 1/72 scale military aircraft models, enthusiasts of British naval aviation, and Sea Harrier collectors.

The Eduard CX259 Sea Harrier FRS.1/FRS.2 AIRFIX 1/72 set not only significantly streamlines and enhances painting work, but also enables even the least experienced users to achieve a professional finish. It is a must-have addition for any modeler who values realism, convenience, and high-quality modeling accessories.