Eduard CX552 Pe-2 1/72 ZVEZDA – masks for plastic model kits

Eduard CX552 Pe-2 1/72 is designed for the Petlyakov Pe-2 model in 1/72 scale manufactured by ZVEZDA. This is a set of precise model masks that allows for much easier and more accurate painting of demanding elements, such as the cabin glazing or wheels on the Pe-2 bomber, the legendary Soviet aircraft from World War II.

The Petlyakov Pe-2 (Russian: Петляков Пе-2) was a twin-engine Soviet dive bomber, intensively used by the USSR during World War II on the Eastern Front. The Pe-2 played a key role in the Soviet air offensive as support for infantry and armored units. Its service began in 1941, and it remained in use until the end of the conflict. The aircraft gained recognition for its maneuverability, speed, and durability under harsh wartime conditions.

• Scale: 1/72
• Compatibility: ZVEZDA Petlyakov Pe-2 model
• Country of use: Soviet Union (USSR)
• Historical period: World War II (1941–1945)
• Category: plastic model accessories / self-adhesive masks
• Material: thin self-adhesive foil (precisely cut by Eduard)
• Application: cockpit glazing, other transparent parts, and wheels

Eduard CX552 masks provide highly accurate protection of hard-to-reach surfaces during painting, eliminating the need for painstaking manual tape cutting. They significantly speed up and simplify modeling work, minimizing the risk of paint seepage under the masks. The set will be appreciated by both experienced modelers and beginners—especially those who want to achieve perfect lines on glazed parts of their 1/72 scale model.

We rate the mask assembly difficulty at 1/5 – simply gently peel off the part, place it precisely on the model, and after painting remove it to enjoy an ideal result. We highly recommend this product to all enthusiasts of WWII period aircraft models and to those building Soviet aviation collections in 1/72 scale!