Eduard 491402 Mi-17 cargo seatbelts STEEL Trumpeter 1/48 – photo-etched crew seatbelts for helicopter

The Eduard 491402 Mi-17 cargo seatbelts STEEL Trumpeter 1/48 photo-etched set is an excellent addition to the Mi-17 cargo helicopter model in 1/48 scale, intended for installation in the Trumpeter kit. This accessory is indispensable for modelers seeking an extraordinary level of detail in their work and aiming for the most faithful recreation of the interior of the authentic helicopter.

Technical product details

• Designed for: Mi-17 (1/48 Trumpeter)
• Material: steel photo-etched parts, with some elements possibly made from flexible materials for a better fit
• Contents: complete set of crew seatbelts (cargo seatbelts), accurately reproduced based on technical documentation
• Manufacturer: Eduard (Czech Republic) – renowned manufacturer of modeling accessories
• Category: photo-etched add-ons for plastic models

Historical background and application

The Mi-17 helicopter is a development of the popular Mi-8, which was designed in the USSR in the 1970s.
This machine has served and continues to serve in the air forces and civilian units of over 80 countries worldwide (including Poland, Russia, India, and China). The Mi-17 is used mainly as a transport, rescue, and assault helicopter. It has participated in all kinds of operations—from armed conflicts to humanitarian missions—from the Cold War to present times.

Why choose Eduard 491402?

• Realistically rendered cockpit details increase the collectible and visual value of the model
• Easy application – thin, precisely etched seatbelts are an excellent alternative to the base kit's plastic parts
• Metal parts are more durable and flexible than standard accessories
• This set is particularly recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers interested in improving the accuracy of the helicopter cockpit

Assembly difficulty level

Difficulty level: 3/5
Due to the delicacy of the parts and the precision required during assembly, we recommend this set to modelers with some experience working with photo-etched accessories.

Summary

Eduard 491402 Mi-17 cargo seatbelts STEEL Trumpeter 1/48 is an advanced set of photo-etched details for the Mi-17 helicopter, allowing you to achieve the highest level of realism in the cockpit interior of the model. Recommended for any modeler passionate about aviation subjects and wishing to showcase cockpit details at a professional level.