Eduard 48983 MiG-23MF F. O.D. for Brassin set 1/48 EDUARD – dedicated detail set for MiG-23MF

The Eduard 48983 MiG-23MF F. O.D. for Brassin set is a high-quality modeling accessory designed specifically in the 1/48 scale for the MiG-23MF model. The set is intended to complement Eduard’s exclusive Brassin sets, increasing the realism and detail of this Soviet fighter replica. F. O.D (Front Opening Doors) are dedicated latch and air intake flap components, giving an exceptional effect when displaying the model in a ground configuration.

Historical Information and Application

The MiG-23MF is a variable-sweep wing fighter aircraft used by the USSR Air Force and many Warsaw Pact and Middle Eastern countries. It was primarily operated during the Cold War era (1970s–1990s), seeing action in aerial combat in the Middle East as well as during the war in Afghanistan. Its design featured pioneering use of variable-geometry wings and powerful armaments.

Material and Set Contents

Eduard 48983 contains precisely machined components made from thin photo-etched metal (Photo-Etch) that allow the modeler to accurately reproduce details of the MiG-23MF’s front air intake section (Front Opening Doors). The set includes, among others, meshes, hinges, guards, micro-structural components, and a detailed assembly manual. These components perfectly complement Eduard and other manufacturers’ plastic kits in the same scale, providing a level of realism unattainable with out-of-the-box parts alone.

• Scale: 1/48
• Countries of use: USSR, Warsaw Pact countries, export (India, Syria, Libya, Angola)
• Historical period: Cold War
• Material: photo-etched stainless steel
• Category: Additional detail set – accessories for plastic models
• Compatibility: Eduard Brassin MiG-23MF, compatible with most 1/48 MiG-23 kits
• Contents: protective meshes, hinges, micro components, instructions

Recommendations and Build Difficulty

Eduard 48983 MiG-23MF F. O.D. for Brassin set 1/48 is recommended primarily for advanced modelers who wish to add outstanding realism to their models. The use of delicate, thin photo-etched metal sheets requires precision and experience, but the final result is visually very rewarding. The assembly difficulty level is rated as 4/5 – recommended for those with experience working with PE elements. An excellent choice for military aviation enthusiasts, Soviet equipment collectors, and Cold War diorama builders.