Eduard 48960 F/A-18B/D Exterior Kinetic Model 1/48 – Photo-Etched Parts for 1:48 Scale Model

Eduard 48960 is a high-quality, dedicated set of photo-etched metal parts designed for the F/A-18B or F/A-18D Super Hornet model by Kinetic, made in the popular 1/48 scale. This professional add-on allows you to significantly increase the level of detail of the model, taking it to a new level of realism. The set is manufactured by the renowned Czech company Eduard, a leader in the model detailing accessories industry.

Purpose and history of the original

The F/A-18B and F/A-18D are variants of the legendary American multirole fighter McDonnell Douglas F/A-18 Hornet, widely used by the air forces of the United States, Australia, Canada, Switzerland, and several other countries. These aircraft entered service in the 1980s, primarily during the Cold War, and continue to be used to this day in various combat operations and training missions, including over the Persian Gulf, in Yugoslavia, and Afghanistan. The F/A-18B/D models represent the trainer/combat and two-seat versions for support, reconnaissance, and precision strike missions.

Set characteristics

• Scale: 1/48
• Compatibility: Kinetic Model F/A-18B/D (1/48 plastic model kit)
• Original's user countries: USA, Australia, Canada, Switzerland, and others
• Period of use: Cold War, modern times (from the 1980s to present)
• Material: Photo-etched metal
• Modeling category: Photo-etched detail set for plastic aircraft model
• Contents: Etched metal parts to supplement and improve external details (control surfaces, landing gear bays, latches, antennas, air intakes, landing gear leg details, and other elements that cannot be accurately reproduced in plastic)
• Difficulty level: 4/5 (recommended for experienced modelers; basic skills in working with photo-etched parts and cyanoacrylate glue required)

Why choose Eduard 48960?

The Eduard 48960 F/A-18B/D exterior set is aimed primarily at intermediate and advanced modelers who wish to achieve the highest level of detail in their Kinetic F/A-18 model build. Using photo-etched parts will allow you to replicate even the smallest fragments of the real machine, often overlooked or simplified in plastic parts. The components are characterized by high precision, perfect fit, and excellent accuracy to the original.

If you care about an exceptional final effect and realistic appearance of your 1:48 scale F/A-18 model, the Eduard 48960 add-on will be the perfect choice!