Eduard 72257 SR-71A Blackbird 1/72 ACADEMY MINICRAFT – Detailed Add-on Set

The Eduard 72257 set is an advanced kit of professional elements for enhancing the plastic model of the SR-71A Blackbird aircraft in 1/72 scale, dedicated to the Academy/Minicraft kit. This product is an excellent choice for modelers wishing to increase the realism of a replica of one of the most iconic reconnaissance aircraft in aviation history. Produced by the renowned model accessories manufacturer Eduard, it is a professional extension for the plastic kit, enabling a level of detail that closely resembles the real aircraft.

SR-71A Blackbird – Brief Historical Overview

The Lockheed SR-71A Blackbird is an American supersonic long-range reconnaissance aircraft, designed by Skunk Works. It was operated by the United States Air Force (USAF) from 1966 to 1998, playing a key role during the Cold War in high-altitude espionage missions. Thanks to its advanced design, record-breaking speed (over Mach 3), and ceiling above 25,000 meters, the SR-71A was nearly impossible to intercept by enemy defense systems. It was used in the most secret and risky reconnaissance operations, providing the USA with a technological advantage for decades.

Product Features

• Scale: 1/72 – perfectly matched to the Academy/Minicraft kit
• Country of origin: United States
• Era: Cold War
• Category: photo-etched detail set for enhancing assembly plastic model kits
• Material: precisely etched metal sheet (photo-etched steel or brass)
• Contents: cabin, cockpit, seat, instrument panel, seatbelt details, and small external details
• Recommended for use with plastic models – ideal for assembly using cyanoacrylate (CA) adhesives
• Difficulty level: 4 (advanced – experience with small metal parts recommended)

Why choose Eduard 72257?

This set is primarily recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to faithfully recreate the interior of the SR-71A Blackbird in 1/72 scale. Eduard 72257 allows you to significantly increase the level of detailing by adding precise parts unavailable in the standard Academy/Minicraft plastic kit. Thanks to advanced photo-etching technology, every detail reflects the original aircraft’s construction, contributing to an exceptional finished model. It is a product dedicated to aviation enthusiasts and modelers who value the highest quality and realism in their builds.