Eduard 648040 RS-2US / AA-1 Alkali 1/48 – realistic air-to-air missile model

The Eduard 648040 RS-2US / AA-1 Alkali 1/48 model is a precisely reproduced air-to-air missile of the RS-2US class, known by its NATO code as AA-1 Alkali. The product is produced in the popular 1/48 scale and is intended for modelers seeking high-quality armament for Soviet fighter and attack aircraft models from the Cold War era. This missile model is characterized by great attention to detail, faithfully replicating the shape and key elements of the original in miniature form.

Historical and technical information

The RS-2US/AA-1 Alkali was one of the first Soviet guided air-to-air missiles, designed in the USSR and introduced into service at the end of the 1950s. It was used mainly by the Soviet Union and Warsaw Pact countries, mounted on aircraft such as the MiG-19PM and MiG-21PF. The missile was employed to engage aerial targets during the Cold War, especially in the late 1960s and 1970s.

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of use: USSR, Warsaw Pact countries
• Period of use: Cold War (1957-1977)
• Type: Air-to-air missile
• Example use: on MiG-19, MiG-21 fighters

High-quality materials and extras

The Eduard 648040 model is made of high-quality resin, which ensures excellent detail even for the smallest elements of the missile. The set also includes dedicated photo-etched parts for recreating metallic details, allowing the highest level of realism. The whole is packed in the manufacturer’s durable and secure packaging.

• Category: resin assembly model
• Materials: resin, photo-etched parts
• Add-ons: photo-etched details

Who do we recommend it for?

Eduard 648040 RS-2US / AA-1 Alkali is especially recommended for experienced modelers who care about the authenticity of their Cold War aircraft models. The model makes an impressive addition to 1/48 scale military collections, increasing the value and historical accuracy of finished aircraft models. The build difficulty is rated at 3/5 – basic experience with resin and photo-etched parts is recommended.