Eduard 1:48 Grumman F-14D Tomcat – photo-etched parts set
The product is a set of precisely made photo-etched elements designed to enhance a plastic model kit of the Grumman F-14D Tomcat in 1/48 scale, dedicated to the Hasegawa kit.
Specification and Application
Compatibility: designed for the Hasegawa Grumman F-14D Tomcat 1/48 scale plastic model kit
Application: replacing plastic details of the model with metal parts that offer higher detail, improving realism and precision
Materials: components made of metal using photo-etching technology
Assembly: parts should be glued with cyanoacrylate glue (super glue) or joined using metal soldering techniques
Description of Elements
The metal details included in the set perfectly replace their plastic counterparts, providing significantly higher detail and durability. These parts reflect small aircraft components that enhance the overall quality of the model, such as external equipment parts and internal structural details.
Compatibility with Modeling Accessories
For further enhancement of the Grumman F-14D Tomcat model, a wide range of supplementary elements are available, such as:
metal gun barrels
link-and-length tracks
metal tow cables
crew figures (scaled appropriately)
This set can be easily expanded, enabling a more comprehensive finish of the model.
Painting Recommendations
When painting the Grumman F-14D Tomcat in 1/48 scale, it is recommended to use hobby paints that match the actual aircraft's color scheme. The primary shades include:
FS 36231 – dark gray
FS 36320 – medium gray
FS 34079 – black
FS 33531 – white
Using paints with these specific FS color codes helps ensure a credible color accuracy for the model.
