Eduard 672163 AN/ALQ-131 (deep) ECM pod 1/72 – Brassin model kit set

Eduard 672163 AN/ALQ-131 (deep) ECM pod 1/72 is a high-quality accessory set designed for modelers wishing to enhance their aircraft models with a realistic electronic countermeasure pod. The model is made in the popular 1:72 scale, making it an ideal addition to replicas of aircraft such as the A-7 Corsair II, A-10 Thunderbolt II, F-4 Phantom II, F-16 Fighting Falcon, F-111, and the C-130 Hercules transport aircraft. The product belongs to the prestigious Brassin line and was created by the renowned model accessories manufacturer – Eduard.

The AN/ALQ-131 is an American ECM (Electronic Countermeasure) pod designed during the Cold War. Manufactured for the United States Air Force, it was also widely used by NATO allies. The "deep" version was characterized by an enlarged fuselage housing additional electronic modules, increasing the pod's ability to counter modern radar and missile systems. The AN/ALQ-131 has seen service in numerous combat operations from the 1980s to the present, including Operation Desert Storm, the Gulf War, and various Middle Eastern conflicts, providing electronic support for both combat and transport aircraft crews.

The Eduard 672163 set includes:

• 3 resin parts, precisely reproduced by high-quality resin casting
• a decal sheet for detailed pod markings

Product category: resin accessory model set (Brassin set) for 1:72 scale aircraft models.
Material: resin, decals (no photo-etched parts or masks included).

I recommend this product to all aircraft modelers who want to add a modern and authentic piece of equipment to their miniature machines, reflecting the NATO standard from the 1980s onward. This set is especially suitable for intermediate and advanced modelers who care about historical details and realism. Assembly should not be problematic for those with experience working with resin parts. I rate the build difficulty at 2.5/5.

The Eduard 672163 AN/ALQ-131 (deep) ECM pod 1/72 set is an excellent choice for aviation modeling enthusiasts who care about authenticity in their collections and wish to make their aircraft replicas stand out from other models.