Copper State Models E48-006 Clerget 9B 130 hp 1/48 – resin engine

The Copper State Models E48-006 Clerget 9B 130 hp product is a precisely replicated model of the Clerget 9B aircraft engine in 1/48 scale, dedicated to historical modeling enthusiasts and those seeking the highest level of detail in their replicas of World War I aircraft. This unique set is an excellent addition to aircraft layouts and dioramas, allowing you to faithfully capture the era’s realities.

• Scale: 1/48 – ideal for First World War aircraft models
• Operator countries: France, the United Kingdom, and other Entente nations
• Period of use: World War I (1914–1918), post-war period
• Category: resin kit for assembly with photo-etched additions
• Material: high-quality resin and photo-etched parts for maximum realism
• Equipment: no glue or paints included – the set is designed for modelers who expect professional, self-made finishing

The Clerget 9B engine, with a power output of 130 horsepower, was an extremely popular French rotary engine used in many fighter and reconnaissance aircraft such as the Sopwith Camel and Hanriot HD.1. Primarily in service during World War I, it provided reliability and good performance, making it a cornerstone of Allied aviation. Over time, it also found its place in numerous training and civil aircraft.

The Copper State Models E48-006 model impresses with its detailed reproduction of the propeller, cylinders, as well as cooling and lubrication systems. Advanced photo-etched parts enable realistic reproduction of wiring and fine construction details, setting this product apart from the competition. The appropriate treatment of the resin surface allows you to achieve the effect of original materials used in period aircraft engines.

This resin engine is recommended primarily for intermediate and advanced aircraft modelers who want to recreate historical models with the utmost precision. The relatively small number of parts, combined with the need for very careful assembly and finishing, classifies the assembly difficulty at 3/5.

By choosing the Copper State Models E48-006 Clerget 9B 130 hp 1/48, you gain a guarantee of quality and authenticity, and meticulously crafted details take your modeling to a higher level of realism.