Eduard BIG49277 S-2E for KINETIC 1/48 is a complete, advanced detail set dedicated to the Kinetic brand 1/48 scale plastic model of the S-2E Tracker aircraft. This set was created for modelers who demand the highest quality workmanship and historically accurate details.

• Category: Advanced aftermarket detail set for scale plastic model kits
• Contents: 6 accessory sets (photo-etched parts and masks)
• Scale: 1/48
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Material: Photo-etched metal parts, vinyl painting masks, and steel seat belts.
• Recommended base model: Kinetic S-2E Tracker

Historical context:
The Grumman S-2E Tracker was an American carrier-based Anti-Submarine Warfare (ASW) aircraft from the Cold War era. It served in the United States Navy from the early 1960s and was also adopted by the navies of Canada, Brazil, Italy, Australia, and several other countries. The aircraft was widely used for maritime patrols, aircraft carrier protection, and NATO operations until the late 1980s and early 1990s.

Set contents:
The BIG49277 set includes the following items:

• EX326 – Painting mask (precise protection for canopies and wheels)
• 48699 – Bomb bay (photo-etched details and components increasing the realism of the bay and doors)
• 48700 – Landing gear (detailed representation of the landing gear legs, hoses, and mounts)
• 491135 – Exterior details (antennas, air intakes, small surface and external equipment elements)
• 491039 – Interior details (cockpit, instrument panels, side panels, throttles, levers)
• FE1136 – STEEL seat belts (flexible steel, realistic look, easy to install and paint)

Difficulty level: 5/5 – Recommended for advanced modelers. Due to the presence of numerous small photo-etched parts, it requires precision and experience.

Why do we recommend this set?
Eduard BIG49277 is an upgrade solution that allows you to maximize the authenticity of the Kinetic S-2E Tracker model. It's a perfect choice for modelers looking for challenges and expecting an exceptional level of detail in every aspect of the project—from the interior to external armament, landing gear systems, doors, and cockpit. It's an excellent choice for building dioramas, participating in modeling competitions, and collecting exclusive aircraft models.