Eduard 648125 R-3S / AA-2 Atoll-A 1/48

Eduard 648125 R-3S / AA-2 Atoll-A 1/48

The Eduard 648125 R-3S / AA-2 Atoll-A missile model is a high-class aftermarket set in 1:48 scale, dedicated to Cold War era fighter aircraft. The product comes from the renowned Czech manufacturer Eduard, who specializes in creating precise and detailed scale model accessories. The set falls under the category of "resin model / resin accessories" and is made from high-quality resin, ensuring excellent detail quality and ease of workability.

Product characteristics

• Scale: 1/48
• Category: Aircraft model accessories, armament for aircraft models
• Material: resin and photo-etched metal parts
• Dedicated to: fighter aircraft of Warsaw Pact countries and states operating Soviet weaponry
• Contents: 2 complete R-3S (AA-2 Atoll-A) missiles with details and photo-etched weapon parts
• Difficulty level: 2/5 – ideal for intermediate modelers and collectors

Historical description

The R-3S missile, also known by its NATO code AA-2 Atoll-A, was the first Soviet infrared-guided air-to-air missile. It was designed in the USSR as a response to the American AIM-9 Sidewinder, and its mass production began at the turn of the 1950s and 60s. The R-3S missile was widely used by Soviet and export fighter aircraft such as the MiG-21, MiG-23, Su-17, and Su-20 by most Warsaw Pact countries as well as Middle Eastern, Asian, and African states. The missile played a crucial role during conflicts in the 60s, 70s, and 80s, including the Arab-Israeli wars, the Indochina war, and conflicts in Africa. The R-3S version was actively used from the early 1960s through the late 1980s, serving as primary armament for many fighters.

Unique features of the Eduard 648125 set

• Precise reproduction of the realistic shape and details of the R-3S missile
• Photo-etched parts provide the highest level of detail replication – such as fins and mounts
• Resin construction allows for easy sanding and modeling of parts
• High compatibility with MiG-21 models and other Cold War era fighters in 1:48 scale

We highly recommend this product to aircraft modeling enthusiasts who want to take the realism of their Cold War jet models to the next level. This set is suitable for both intermediate and experienced modelers seeking high detail and authenticity.