Eduard 648165 AGM-45 Shrike 1/48 – detailed 1:48 scale armament set

Eduard 648165 AGM-45 Shrike in 1/48 scale is a unique kit representing the famous anti-radiation missile that played a key role in the United States Air Force's arsenal during the Cold War period. This set is an excellent addition for modelers building replicas of aircraft such as the F-4 Phantom II or the A-4 Skyhawk, which were the most common Shrike carriers during the Vietnam conflict and in subsequent years of service.

The AGM-45 Shrike is an American air-to-ground missile introduced into service in the mid-1960s. Its main purpose was to destroy Soviet radar stations, making it an extremely important element during electronic warfare (SEAD). The Shrike was mainly used by the USAF and US Navy in the theaters of military operations in Southeast Asia, demonstrating high effectiveness during Operations Rolling Thunder and Linebacker. Thanks to this missile, the American air force was able to substantially reduce the threat posed by the enemy's integrated air defense systems.

• Scale: 1:48
• Country of use: United States (USAF, US Navy)
• Period of use: Cold War (especially 1965–1985)
• Product type: Model kit – aircraft armament
• Material: Precision resin, photo-etched parts for maximum detail
• Set includes: 2 AGM-45 missiles, resin details, and photo-etched parts
• Manufacturer: Eduard, distributor: Hobby2000

This high-quality cast resin model accurately reproduces the details of the Shrike missile, making it the perfect complement for replicas of jet fighters and strike aircraft from the Cold War era. The inclusion of additional photo-etched parts allows for an even more realistic presentation of the armament.

We recommend the Eduard 648165 AGM-45 Shrike 1/48 set both to advanced modelers and ambitious intermediate aviation modeling enthusiasts. This upgrade allows your collection to be enriched with a rarely found, historical item of armament.

Assembly difficulty: 3/5 – requires precision and basic skills working with resin and photo-etched parts.