Eduard 49104 Seatbelts USN WWII fighters STEEL 1/48 – seatbelts for American WWII fighter aircraft

Eduard 49104 Seatbelts USN WWII fighters STEEL 1/48 is a high-quality set of seatbelts made from precisely photo-etched steel, designed for modelers building scale plastic models of American Navy aircraft from the World War II era in the popular 1:48 scale. Manufactured by the renowned Czech company Eduard, a leader in model accessories, the set provides an ideal reproduction of the original safety harnesses used in the cockpits of US Navy fighter planes such as the F6F Hellcat, F4U Corsair, and F4F Wildcat.

Dedicated historical period and application

The set replicates the originals used by US Navy pilots during World War II (1939–1945) – a key period in the development of combat aviation. These aircraft mostly operated over the Pacific, taking part in famous battles, including Midway and the Philippine Sea.

Material, technology and set contents

Eduard 49104 includes finely photo-etched components made of thin stainless steel. Thanks to this material, the belts are both flexible and resistant to damage during shaping and installation. The belts are factory-coloured using a multicolor printing process, which completely eliminates the need for time-consuming painting. The package also contains a clear and intuitive assembly instruction for fitting the seatbelts to your chosen 1:48 scale aircraft model.

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of original user: United States of America – US Navy
• Historical period: World War II (1939–1945)
• Material: stainless steel, factory painted
• Product dedicated to plastic scale aircraft models
• Highly accurate reproduction of authentic seatbelt details
• Ready for installation, no painting required

Who is this set recommended for?

This set is recommended for both intermediate and experienced modelers looking to enhance the realism of their 1:48 scale aircraft models. These kinds of details will be especially appreciated by those interested in recreating authentic historical cockpit interiors and model show participants.

Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 — assembly requires basic modeling skills and precision when shaping and attaching small parts.

Eduard 49104 Seatbelts USN WWII fighters STEEL 1/48 is a reliable modeling accessory that will give your model outstanding authenticity and detail, making it stand out at any exhibition or in a private collection.