Eduard 48917 Su-27 Exterior for HOBBY BOSS 1/48

The Eduard 48917 Su-27 exterior set is a dedicated photo-etched detail set designed for the Su-27 Flanker aircraft model by Hobby Boss in the popular 1/48 scale. This product is intended for modelers who wish to fully capture the external surface details of the Soviet (later Russian) Su-27 air superiority fighter – one of the icons of military aviation of the Cold War era and modern times.

Purpose and historical data

The Su-27 Flanker entered service in the Soviet Union at the end of the 1980s and is currently operated by Russia, China, Ukraine, and other countries. This fighter has been widely used at airshows as well as an element of various countries' air forces in operations both during the Cold War and after its end. It became known as a challenging opponent in the air for Western designs and is regarded as one of the most advanced fighter aircraft of the turn of the 20th and 21st centuries.

Detailed product description

• The set is dedicated to the HOBBY BOSS Su-27 plastic model in 1/48 scale.
• Made of thin photo-etched metal sheet, allowing for realistic detailing of the fuselage, landing gear, flaps, slats, and service panels.
• The set includes parts to enhance the reproduction of retractable antennas, actuators, maintenance ladders, and numerous small external components, which significantly increase the model's realism.
• Does not include resin parts or a metal barrel – this is a set of photo-etched metal plates only.
• Recommended for use by both advanced and intermediate modelers with some experience handling metal parts.
• The product falls into the category of photo-etched plates – external details for plastic models.

Recommendation and difficulty level

I highly recommend the Eduard 48917 Su-27 exterior to anyone who wants to take their Su-27 model to the next level of realism. The set provides an opportunity to precisely recreate the factory details of the Soviet fighter that are hard to achieve using plastic parts alone. I rate the assembly difficulty at 4/5 – it requires skill in handling small metal parts, precision, and patience. An excellent choice for intermediate and advanced modelers seeking both realism and a satisfying building experience.