Eduard BIG49155 SEA HARRIER FRS.1 KINETIC MODEL 1/48 – Detail Set for 1:48 Scale Model

Eduard BIG49155 SEA HARRIER FRS.1 KINETIC MODEL 1/48 is an expanded accessory set dedicated to the Kinetic Sea Harrier FRS.1 plastic model kit in the popular 1:48 scale. This BIG ED line product from Eduard is specifically designed to enhance the realism, detail, and finish quality of the British carrier-borne fighter, renowned for its role during the Falklands conflict in 1982.

The Sea Harrier FRS.1 aircraft is an iconic British design used by the Royal Navy. It was widely operated from 1980 to 1993, especially during the Cold War and military operations in the Falklands. This aircraft gained fame for its Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) capability, allowing operations from small aircraft carriers and improvised airfields.

• Model scale: 1:48
• Operator nation: United Kingdom (Royal Navy)
• Historical period: Cold War, Falklands Conflict (1982), the 1980s and early 1990s
• Category: model accessory set for plastic scale models
• Material: photo-etched metal, parts from colored and uncolored brass sheets, canopy masking foil
• Included extras: detailed cockpit components (seatbelts, instrument panels, control sticks), exterior details, masks for painting the canopy, detailed landing gear and bays, armament accessories

Comprehensive set BIG49155 from Eduard significantly raises the standard of the Sea Harrier FRS.1 replica. The modeller receives a complete set of masks precisely fitted to the cockpit glazing, facilitating painting, along with a rich array of photo-etched parts ensuring the highest standard of detail and an accurate representation of the real aircraft—both inside the cockpit and on the exterior.

We recommend this set to both advanced modellers and intermediate British aviation enthusiasts seeking to recreate this legendary carrier fighter with the highest degree of realism. The product allows you to create an exceptional model, perfect for your collection, diorama, or for entry in competitions.

Difficulty level: 4/5. Owing to the presence of detailed, small elements, the set requires an experienced approach and precise tools, but guarantees a spectacular finished effect.