{"product_id":"5346-eduard-fe224-p-38f-148-hasegawa","title":"Eduard FE224 P-38F 1\/48 Hasegawa","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eEduard FE224 P-38F 1\/48 Hasegawa – Photo-Etched Parts for Plastic Model\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eEduard FE224 P-38F 1\/48 Hasegawa\u003c\/strong\u003e set is a high-quality photo-etched fret, specially designed as an enhancement accessory for the Hasegawa 1\/48 scale plastic model of the Lockheed P-38F Lightning fighter. This product is manufactured by the renowned Czech company Eduard, recognized worldwide as a leader in the production of photo-etched details for scale models.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntended for: P-38F Lightning plastic model (Hasegawa)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: photo-etched metal, colored parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCategory: modeling accessories, photo-etched parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eManufacturer: Eduard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHistorical Use of the P-38F Lightning\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cb\u003eLockheed P-38F Lightning\u003c\/b\u003e is a legendary American fighter aircraft, widely used by the United States Army Air Forces during World War II. Its distinctive twin-boom design and enormous range meant it was deployed both as an escort fighter and as a fighter-bomber. The F variant entered service in the early 1940s and saw active use on all fronts, including the Pacific theater and Europe.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nOne example of successful P-38F deployment was Operation \"Vengeance\" in 1943—these were the aircraft American pilots used to shoot down Japanese Admiral Isoroku Yamamoto. The P-38F significantly contributed to the Allied advantage, particularly thanks to its performance and armament.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFeatures of the Eduard FE224 Set\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh-quality photo-etched metal with precisely cut details such as seat belts, cockpit panels, and small interior fittings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColored parts for maximum realistic cockpit appearance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePerfect fit for the Hasegawa model ensures easy assembly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignificant improvement of realism and detail level compared to standard kit parts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct Recommendations and Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003eEduard FE224\u003c\/strong\u003e set is recommended for both intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: \u003cstrong\u003e3\/5\u003c\/strong\u003e). It offers an easy way to upgrade the cockpit, enhancing every interior detail of the P-38F in 1\/48 scale. It is an excellent choice for aviation enthusiasts and anyone wishing their model to reflect authentic historical aircraft features from World War II.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eduard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54719810830670,"sku":"EDUAFE224","price":5.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/34218c0d360c5d2100a8076a219b60a6.jpg?v=1755483055","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.de\/en\/products\/5346-eduard-fe224-p-38f-148-hasegawa","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}