Yahu YML4802 Su-17 / Su-22 (KittyHawk / Hobby Boss / KP-Smer-Eduard) 1/48

Yahu YML4802 Su-17 / Su-22 in 1/48 scale is a precisely manufactured instrument panel set dedicated to Su-17 and Su-22 aircraft models, compatible with kits from KittyHawk, Hobby Boss, KP-Smer, and Eduard. This is the perfect accessory for aviation modeling enthusiasts who wish to enhance the detail and realism of their Soviet Cold War era fighter-bomber models.

Technical Data and Intended Use

• Scale: 1/48
• Original user countries: Soviet Union and Warsaw Pact countries as well as export users (e.g. Poland, East Germany, Syria, Vietnam, Libya, Angola, Peru)
• Material: colored photo-etched metal (full color)
• Category: dedicated photo-etched detail for plastic models
• Compatibility: Su-17 / Su-22 kits from KittyHawk, Hobby Boss, KP-Smer, and Eduard
• Application: an element enriching the aircraft cockpit, focusing on its key detail, namely the pilot’s instrument panel

Historical Background and Use of the Original

The Su-17 and Su-22 aircraft are fighter-bombers produced by the Soviet Sukhoi Design Bureau, known for their variable-sweep wings. These machines were widely used from the early 1970s, throughout the Cold War period, and remain in service in some countries to this day. They participated in conflicts in the Middle East and in numerous operations by Warsaw Pact air forces.

Product Contents and Workmanship

The Yahu YML4802 set contains a precisely colored instrument panel made from high-quality photo-etched metal. Thanks to modern printing technology, details like indicators and inscriptions are faithfully reproduced, providing amazing realism for your finished model. No additional painting is required – simply install this panel in the cockpit according to the instructions.

Difficulty Level and Recommendation

• Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 – a set suitable for both intermediate and advanced modelers
• Recommended for enthusiasts prioritizing cockpit realism and historically accurate details
• Especially recommended for aircraft modelers building Soviet Cold War-era planes

If you dream of a super-detailed cockpit in your Su-17 or Su-22 model, Yahu YML4802 is the best choice on the market, standing out for its ease of use and impeccable quality.