Eduard BIG49287 MiG-15 BRONCO/HOBBY BOSS 1/48 – 1/48 Scale Model Accessory Set

Eduard BIG49287 MiG-15 BRONCO/HOBBY BOSS 1/48 is a unique accessory set created specifically for the 1/48 scale MiG-15 aircraft model, intended for Bronco and Hobby 2000 kits. This set is a comprehensive solution for modellers seeking to accurately replicate the details of this iconic Cold War era jet fighter. With high-quality Eduard accessories, your model will achieve enhanced realism and display a professional finish, whether in your showcase or at a modelling competition.

Purpose and Set Contents

• Category: 1/48 Scale Plastic Model Accessory Set
• For model: MiG-15
• Recommended for kits: Bronco, Hobby 2000, Hobby Boss
• Material: high-quality photo-etched plates, STEEL metal parts, self-adhesive masks
• The set includes 4 complete sub-assemblies:
  • General photo-etched detail set
  • Movable landing flaps – greatly enhance the realism of wheel wells and flaps
  • Photo-etched seatbelts for the pilot's seat (STEEL seatbelts) – highest quality detail reproduction
  • Painting masks – precise protection of canopies and other clear parts during painting

MiG-15 – Historical Background and Usage

The MiG-15 is a Soviet jet fighter that debuted just after World War II. The aircraft was widely used by the USSR and other Eastern Bloc countries, as well as China, North Korea, and many other nations across Asia and Europe. It is best known for its participation in the Korean War from 1950 to 1953, where it was a formidable opponent to American jets. The distinctive silhouette of the MiG-15 still captivates aviation enthusiasts and scale modellers worldwide.

Advantages of the Eduard BIG49287 Set

• The precision of the photo-etched details allows for accurate recreation of the cockpit, wheel wells, and other key model elements.
• Painting masks enable a clean finish and help avoid paint smudging on the cockpit glazing.
• High-quality STEEL metal seatbelts provide a realistic pilot seat appearance and easy assembly, even for intermediate modellers.
• The set is particularly recommended for intermediate and advanced modellers who wish to take their models to the next level of quality.
• Assembly difficulty: 4/5 – experience with photo-etched parts and precise detail assembly is recommended.

Eduard BIG49287 MiG-15 BRONCO/HOBBY BOSS 1/48 is an investment in top-quality finishing for your MiG-15 fighter model. The set brings out the historic character and authenticity of this military aviation icon from the Cold War era.