Eduard 648137 Mk.82 Bomb w/ Airbrake Late 1/48

Eduard 648137 Mk.82 bomb w/ airbrake late 1/48 is a high-quality accessory set designed for modelers building aircraft miniatures in the popular 1:48 scale. This product allows for precise reproduction of the American Mk.82 aerial bomb with an early airbrake system, widely used over many decades by the United States Air Force and allied NATO countries.

Product Features

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of use: United States, NATO
• Period of use: Cold War, modern times
• Material: highest quality resin
• Additions: photo-etched parts, precision decals
• Category: modeling accessories, aircraft armament for plastic models

Historical Overview and Application

The Mk.82 bomb is one of the most recognizable types of aerial weaponry in the history of modern conflicts. Introduced in the 1950s, it was widely used during the Vietnam War, Middle Eastern conflicts, NATO missions, as well as in operations by American fighters and bombers to this day. The airbrake version was developed to increase drop accuracy from greater altitudes, providing controlled descent and better maneuverability when bombing tactical targets.

Eduard 648137 Set Quality and Contents

This set includes finely detailed resin parts of the Mk.82 bomb with characteristic airbrakes, tiny metal photo-etched details, and a set of detailed decals for maintenance markings. Subtly reproduced rivets, panel lines, and mounting elements make this addition extremely realistic, matching the highest collector standards. The components fit most American combat aircraft models such as the F-4, F-16, F/A-18, and A-10 in 1:48 scale, both in late Cold War and modern versions.

Recommended For…

Eduard 648137 Mk.82 bomb w/ airbrake late 1/48 is an excellent choice for both advanced modelers and collectors who value authenticity and a high level of detail. The set is especially recommended for building realistic dioramas, contest models, and expanding collections of modern aircraft armament.

Assembly difficulty rating: 2/5 – The set does not require advanced skills, but the precise assembly of small photo-etched parts is recommended for modelers with some experience.