Eduard 48923 Su-17 M3/M4 F.O.D. for KITTY HAWK 1/48 model

Eduard 48923 Su-17 M3/M4 F.O.D. KITTY HAWK in 1:48 scale is a high-quality, dedicated detail set designed for plastic models from the renowned manufacturer Eduard. The product is designed to enhance and increase the realism of the Su-17 M3 or M4 jet models produced in 1/48 scale by Kitty Hawk. The Su-17 is a Soviet fighter-bomber aircraft, widely used by the Soviet Union's forces and Warsaw Pact countries from the 1970s until the end of the Cold War. This aircraft participated in conflicts such as the Afghanistan war, the Angola war, and many other local crises, forming the core equipment of the air forces of Eastern Bloc countries.

The Eduard 48923 set consists of a collection of photo-etched parts, made from high-quality, thin metal sheet. Thanks to this, it allows you to replicate difficult-to-model details such as Foreign Object Damage (F.O.D.) covers for air intakes, protective grills, and small details related to the ground support equipment servicing the aircraft. The photo-etched parts guarantee an exceptionally realistic appearance and enhance the aesthetics of the finished model, offering precise solutions difficult to achieve with standard plastic kits.

• Scale: 1/48 – ideal proportion for collectors of modern fighter jets
• Intended for: Su-17 M3/M4 plastic models by Kitty Hawk
• Original user nation: USSR, Warsaw Pact countries, and export customers (e.g., Poland, Egypt, Angola, Syria)
• Aircraft operational period: Cold War (1970–1990+)
• Material: Photo-etched metal sheet, highest detail precision
• Product type: Accessory set for plastic models
• Contents: Detailed photo-etched parts enhancing the detailing of air intake sections and ground equipment add-ons
• Manufacturer: Eduard – leader in the model accessories market

The set is especially recommended for advanced modelers and military aviation enthusiasts who want to give their models a unique, professional look. Also suitable for intermediate hobbyists who want to develop their skills working with photo-etched parts. The assembly difficulty level is rated at 4/5 due to the precision and delicacy of the elements. Eduard 48923 Su-17 M3/M4 F.O.D. KITTY HAWK 1/48 is an excellent choice for anyone expecting uncompromising quality and the highest level of realism for their models.