Eduard 48870 Dauntless Landing Flaps 1/48

The Eduard 48870 Dauntless landing flaps in 1/48 scale set is a high-quality, detailed kit of metal wing flaps, designed for the model of the legendary SBD Dauntless dive bomber. Offered by the renowned manufacturer Eduard, this set allows you to significantly enhance the level of detail and historical accuracy of your miniature aircraft, providing a realistic representation even of the tiniest surface details.

• Recommended model scale: 1/48 – Ideal for SBD Dauntless models in this scale.
• Country of origin (original): United States of America.
• Aircraft model: Douglas SBD Dauntless, the primary dive bomber of the US Navy, widely used during WWII, including in Pacific battles (key battles: Midway, Guadalcanal).
• Historical period: World War II, years of service 1940–1949.
• Material: Precisely cut photo-etched brass.
• Additional set: Includes detailed metal landing flaps to install instead of the plastic parts from the base model kit. The set does not include a plastic model – this is a supplementary accessory.
• Category: Photo-etched detail set for plastic aircraft model kits.

Set highlights: The Dauntless was operated by both the US Navy and Marine Corps. Using the Eduard 48870 set allows you to faithfully recreate the characteristic, perforated aerodynamic flaps that are particularly eye-catching when the aircraft is being prepared for landing or attacking enemy positions. This is an essential accessory for modelers who wish to accurately represent the details of this iconic aircraft.

Recommendation: We especially recommend this set for intermediate and advanced modelers who value historical accuracy and attention to detail. Working with photo-etched parts requires precision and basic experience with metal components.

Assembly difficulty level: 3/5. Soldering is not required, but metal adhesive and tools for bending parts are recommended.

By choosing the Eduard 48870 Dauntless landing flaps 1/48, you enhance your model with a unique, professional appearance that will be appreciated by both collectors and aviation history enthusiasts.