Tamiya 61069 Fairey Swordfish Etched Parts Photo Etched Bracing Wire

Tamiya 61069 Fairey Swordfish Etched Parts Photo Etched Bracing Wire is a high-quality set of photo-etched parts dedicated to the 1/48 scale Fairey Swordfish aircraft model from the renowned Japanese manufacturer – Tamiya. These precisely made bracing wires and reinforcing elements significantly increase the realism of the Swordfish model’s finish, allowing you to replicate the characteristic tension of steel wires, an essential feature in the construction of the original aircraft.

The Fairey Swordfish is a legendary British torpedo biplane, produced and used mainly by the British Royal Navy (Fleet Air Arm). It entered service in the late 1930s and played a key role during World War II, especially in the Battle of the Atlantic and the attack on the Italian fleet base at Taranto. Its extremely durable construction allowed for effective operations even in the face of strong anti-aircraft defenses.

The Tamiya 61069 photo-etched set is intended for intermediate and advanced modelers who wish to raise the level of detail of their Fairey Swordfish plastic model above the standard kit version. All parts are made from high-quality brass sheet – they are thin, resistant to deformation, and easy to apply after proper bending. They perfectly replicate the actual wire tension and other spatial details not available in the plastic version.

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of use: United Kingdom
• Historical period: World War II
• Material: photo-etched sheet (brass)
• Category: photo-etched parts – modeling accessories
• Set intended for: Tamiya Fairey Swordfish plastic model
• No additional elements included – wires, lines, reinforcing elements
• Assembly difficulty level: 3/5 (requires experience with photo-etched parts)

This product is highly recommended for modelers seeking a professional finish and historical realism. Perfect for building competition models and dioramas – especially recommended for World War II aviation enthusiasts, naval aircraft collectors, and those wishing to develop their modeling skills with photo-etched additions.