Eduard 648452 PAVE Way I Mk 83 Slow Speed LGB Non-Thermally Protected 1/48 – Resin Aircraft Bomb Set for 1/48 Scale Models

Eduard 648452 PAVE Way I Mk 83 Slow Speed LGB Non-Thermally Protected 1/48 is a high-quality model accessory set from the renowned Brassin series, dedicated to demanding aircraft modellers working in 1/48 scale. The set includes two precisely detailed models of American PAVE Way I Mk 83 laser-guided bombs in the slow speed version (Slow Speed), without thermal protection (Non-Thermally Protected).

Technical details and set contents:

• Scale: 1/48
• The set consists of 14 high-quality resin parts (no photo-etched parts included).
• Set includes: 2 PAVE Way I Mk 83 bombs for assembly and finishing.
• Included decals allow for accurate reproduction of operational markings on the bombs.
• The components are made from durable resin providing the highest possible level of detail, characteristic of Brassin products.
• No painting masks or photo-etched accessories included.

Historical description:

The PAVE Way I Mk 83 is an American laser-guided bomb (LGB). The PAVE Way system was developed in the USA in the late 1960s by Texas Instruments and was among the first effectively used laser guidance systems for combat aircraft. The Mk 83 bomb (nominal weight of 454 kg) formed the basis of this precision weapon used by US military aviation in a range of conflicts—from the Vietnam War, through the Middle East, to operations during and after the Cold War.

The Slow Speed variant was designed for use by various USAF and US Navy aircraft platforms during attacks on targets requiring high precision, reducing the risk of collateral damage. The lack of thermal protection is characteristic of bombs used in environments where minimizing weight or costs was important.

Who is this product for?

The Eduard 648452 set is recommended for both intermediate and advanced modellers who want to increase the authenticity and visual appeal of their Cold War-era or modern combat aircraft models. The high level of detail allows for impressive representation of armament in aviation vignettes and dioramas.

Category and difficulty level

• Category: Resin accessory model kit – aircraft armament
• Difficulty level: 2/5 (requires basic skills in working with resin parts and decals)

We recommend the Eduard 648452 PAVE Way I Mk 83 product to modellers for whom precision and realism are essential. An excellent choice for dioramas and models of aircraft such as the F-4 Phantom II, F-15, F-16, or F/A-18.