Eduard 49888 Su-17/22UM3K interior KITTY HAWK 1/48

Eduard 49888 Su-17/22UM3K Interior KITTY HAWK 1/48 is a high-quality photo-etched detail set for the Su-17/22UM3K plastic model kit by Kitty Hawk in 1:48 scale. This product is dedicated to modelers who want to significantly enhance the realism of the cockpit in their model. The set comes from the renowned Czech manufacturer Eduard, recognized as a world leader in the production of modeling accessories for assembling and detailing plastic models.

Materials and set contents

• Made from high-grade photo-etched metal (PE), which allows for ultra-detailed cockpit interior textures
• Colored elements, produced with digital printing technology, provide the highest level of realism for gauges, switches, and control panels
• The set includes a complete instrument panel, seatbelts, sidewall details, and intricate flight control components
• No additional resin or metal purchases required – everything needed to detail the interior is included in the package

Historical context and application

• The Su-17/22UM3K model represents a Soviet-Russian fighter-bomber aircraft widely used by the USSR and exported to Warsaw Pact nations and Middle Eastern countries
• It made its operational debut at the end of the Cold War—produced and actively used from the 1970s up to the present day
• The UM3K variant is a two-seat combat trainer version, commonly used for pilot training as well as combat operations

Category and dedication

• The set belongs to the modeling accessories category – photo-etched accessories for plastic models
• Recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to achieve the highest level of realism with their Su-17/22UM3K model
• Difficulty level: 3/5 – precision is required, as well as basic experience with photo-etched parts

Recommendations

Eduard 49888 is a perfect choice for those who wish to achieve the highest level of detail and fidelity in the cockpit of their Su-17/22UM3K model. Recommended for collectors and those competing in model contests. Carefully designed, it faithfully replicates the real aircraft interior, allowing you to take your model to the next level.