Eduard 648491 AN/ALQ-71(V)-2 ECM pod 1/48

The model accessory set Eduard 648491 AN/ALQ-71(V)-2 ECM pod in 1/48 scale is a professional addition designed for military aviation enthusiasts who wish to faithfully replicate the armament and equipment of American aircraft from the Vietnam War era. The set includes as many as 41 highly detailed resin parts which allow for the precise assembly of the AN/ALQ-71(V)-2 electronic countermeasures (ECM) pod.

The AN/ALQ-71(V)-2 pod was widely used by the United States Air Force during the Southeast Asian conflict in the 1960s and 1970s. The ECM device (Electronic Countermeasure) protected aircraft such as the F-4 Phantom II, F-105 Thunderchief, or A-7 Corsair II by emitting radar jamming signals and countering guided missiles. Thanks to variable antennas and different nose and tail cone variants, the pod played a key role in air operations over North Vietnam, allowing NATO aircraft to increase survivability during raids and escort missions.

Eduard's set stands out with excellent reproduction of details, realistically depicting panel lines, mounting components, and surface texture. The manufacturer ensured extra value for the model—photo-etched parts are included which emphasize technical details and make it easier to assemble precise mounts or tiny subassemblies. The components are made of high-quality resin known for its sharp detail reproduction. The set also includes decals with service stencils and technical markings.

• Scale: 1/48
• Operator country: United States of America
• Period of use: Vietnam War, 1960s–70s, Cold War
• Material: high-quality resin, photo-etched (metal) parts, decals
• Category: aircraft model accessories and armament, resin model
• Contents: 41 parts, decals, photo-etched parts

We recommend Eduard 648491 AN/ALQ-71(V)-2 ECM pod 1/48 for intermediate and advanced modelers who wish to enhance the realism of their Vietnam War era aircraft models. This accessory is perfect both as a supplement to stand-alone projects and as a diorama element. We rate the assembly difficulty at 3/5—assembly requires precision, but thanks to high-quality castings and clear instructions, every modeling enthusiast can achieve an excellent final result.