{"product_id":"49111-quinta-studio-qc48016-polikarpov-i-185-vacuformed-clear-canopy-for-ark-kit-148","title":"Quinta Studio QC48016 Polikarpov I-185 vacuformed clear canopy (for ARK kit) 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eQuinta Studio QC48016 Polikarpov I-185 vacuformed clear canopy (for ARK kit) 1\/48\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eQuinta Studio QC48016 Polikarpov I-185 vacuformed clear canopy\u003c\/strong\u003e is a high-quality, transparent vacuum-formed canopy dedicated to 1\/48 scale Polikarpov I-185 model aircraft, designed specifically for the ARK Models kit. Excellent craftsmanship and perfect fit make it an excellent choice for advanced and intermediate aircraft modelers looking to enhance the realism of their model.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of origin (original):\u003c\/strong\u003e Soviet Union (USSR)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical period:\u003c\/strong\u003e World War II\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDedicated model:\u003c\/strong\u003e Polikarpov I-185 (ARK Models)\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e High-quality, transparent vacuum-formed plastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCategory:\u003c\/strong\u003e Accessories for plastic aircraft model kits\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSet elements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Transparent cockpit canopy\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Polikarpov I-185 was a prototype fighter developed in the USSR in the early 1940s as a successor to the I-16 and I-180 aircraft. Despite its excellent performance—especially in terms of speed and maneuverability—the project faced technical difficulties and never entered mass production. The aircraft was tested on the Eastern Front during World War II but ultimately lost out to competing designs from Yakovlev and Lavochkin. Among modelers, the Polikarpov I-185 is valued for its distinctive silhouette and the unique markings of Soviet Air Force units.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The \u003cstrong\u003eQuinta Studio QC48016\u003c\/strong\u003e canopy perfectly replicates the shape and proportions of the cockpit cover, far surpassing the original ARK kit part in terms of clarity and detail. Thanks to vacuum-forming technology, the piece is extremely thin, allowing for a realistic scale effect while perfectly representing cockpit details. The product does not include any extras such as photo-etched parts or painting masks, leaving the choice of assembly option (closed or open) entirely up to the modeler.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    \u003cstrong\u003eRecommended for intermediate and advanced modelers.\u003c\/strong\u003e The canopy requires precise cutting and fitting, so it is recommended for those with experience working with vacuum-formed models.\n    \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDifficulty level: 3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    We recommend this product to all aviation modeling enthusiasts who wish to enhance the realism of their 1\/48 scale Polikarpov I-185 model—both collectors of World War II Soviet aircraft and fans of rare and unusual fighter planes alike.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Quinta Studio","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722821095758,"sku":"QSQC48016","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/b05099eea18e060b3775f807361a210f.jpg?v=1755547517","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/49111-quinta-studio-qc48016-polikarpov-i-185-vacuformed-clear-canopy-for-ark-kit-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}