Eduard 48959 Firefly Mk. I exterior TRUMPETER 1/48 – Photo-etched Detail Set

Eduard 48959 Firefly Mk. I exterior is an exceptional photo-etched detail set designed for the 1:48 scale Hawker Firefly Mk. I fighter model by Trumpeter. This product is aimed at demanding modelers who want to give their model exceptional realism and accuracy in replicating the external details of the original aircraft.

• Scale: 1:48
• Country of origin (aircraft): United Kingdom
• Set material: high-quality photo-etched brass sheet
• Category: Photo-etched parts for plastic models
• Intended use: Set dedicated for Trumpeter 1:48 scale model

Historical description

The Hawker Firefly Mk. I is a British carrier-based fighter and reconnaissance aircraft, used mainly by the Royal Navy during World War II and in the post-war years. The Firefly played a key role primarily on aircraft carriers, participating in combat operations in the Pacific as well as in supporting Allied operations in Europe. This aircraft was a symbol of technological progress in naval aviation during World War II.

Product characteristics

The Eduard 48959 set focuses on the external details of the Firefly Mk. I model, introducing numerous improvements to the rendition of structural elements. The photo-etched parts include, among others: precisely crafted landing gear bay covers, control surface components, ammunition ejectors, covers, radiators, and small details adding realism to the surface panels. Using photo-etched brass allows for exceptional crispness in detail, unattainable by standard plastic kits.

Assembly requires basic tools for working with photo-etched parts and the ability to work precisely, making this product ideal for intermediate and advanced modelers seeking new challenges and the highest quality results. The set is dedicated to all aviation enthusiasts and modelers who wish to give their Firefly model unique character and faithfully reproduce the smallest construction details.

We recommend the Eduard 48959 Firefly Mk. I exterior to anyone expecting a professional-looking model with high levels of detail. The assembly difficulty is rated at 3/5.