Eduard 491249 Su-27 1 GREAT WALL HOBBY 1/48 – Dedicated Upgrade Set for the Su-27 Model

The Eduard 491249 Su-27 1 GREAT WALL HOBBY 1/48 set is a high-quality photo-etched accessory kit, created for modelers wishing to accurately replicate the details of the Su-27 Flanker fighter in 1/48 scale. The product has been designed specifically for the Su-27 model by Great Wall Hobby, providing advanced enhancement of both interior details and external components.

Technical and Content Information

• Scale: 1/48
• Product type: Photo-etched accessories for a plastic model kit
• Intended for: Su-27 Flanker model (Great Wall Hobby)
• Material: Thin photo-etched metal sheet, includes both colored and uncolored parts

Historical Description of the Su-27

The Su-27 (Flanker) fighter is a legendary Soviet, and later Russian, aircraft designed by the Sukhoi Design Bureau in the late 1970s. It first entered service in 1985 and has since remained the main multi-role heavy fighter of the USSR and later Russia. It is still in use today by many countries around the world. The Su-27 has participated in armed conflicts in the 1990s and the early decades of the 21st century, such as the wars in Georgia and Ukraine. The fighter is mainly used by the air forces of Russia, Ukraine, China, and other countries of the former Eastern Bloc.

Features of the Eduard 491249 Set

• Precision photo-etched parts for the cockpit, pilot seats, seat belts, and control panels
• Interior details are represented, not provided in the base Great Wall Hobby kit
• Colored elements enhance the model's authenticity
• Step-by-step assembly instructions included
• Increases the realism and appeal of the finished model

Who Do We Recommend It For?

This product is aimed at intermediate and advanced aircraft modelers who want to improve the detail of their Su-27. It is perfect for those who value authenticity and detail in 1/48 scale modeling. The upgrade significantly increases the realism of the finished model and is an excellent choice for collectors and enthusiasts of Soviet and Russian military aviation.

Assembly difficulty level: 4/5 – recommended for experienced modelers due to the work with small and delicate photo-etched parts that require precision and skill.