Eduard ZOOM 1/48 SBD-3 Dauntless for Accurate Miniatures – Photo-etched parts set
The presented photo-etched parts set by Eduard is designed in 1/48 scale for modelers enhancing the plastic model aircraft SBD-3 Dauntless by Accurate Miniatures. The metal components included in the set allow you to replace plastic details and enrich the model with intricate features difficult to reproduce in plastic material.
Set features
Compatibility: suitable for Accurate Miniatures SBD-3 Dauntless models in 1/48 scale
Material: durable photo-etched metal parts made from thin metal sheets
Contents: metal sheets with details needing cutting, shaping, and painting
Precision: highly accurate reproduction of fine details impossible to achieve in plastic
Application and assembly
The metal parts in the set are intended to replace or supplement the original plastic components of the model. For gluing the photo-etched details, cyanoacrylate glue is recommended. Alternatively, metal parts can be joined using soldering, which provides strong and precise assembly of components.
Painting recommendations
For finishing the parts, it is advisable to use paints designed for military and aircraft models in 1/48 scale. The most common colors for the SBD-3 Dauntless are:
XF-1 Black (Gunze Sangyo)
XF-2 Flat White (Gunze Sangyo)
XF-49 Khaki Drab (Gunze Sangyo)
XF-20 Medium Gray (Gunze Sangyo)
Additional information
To further enhance the model, you can expand your collection with other photo-etched, metal, and resin accessories. A selection of complementary products is available under the "See also" tab on the right side of the product page.
