Eduard EX657 U-2A TFace 1/48 AFV CLUB

Eduard EX657 U-2A TFace is a professional masking set designed for the 1/48 scale plastic model of the Lockheed U-2A reconnaissance aircraft produced by the renowned manufacturer AFV CLUB. This specialized accessory was created by the Czech company Eduard – a world leader in the production of accessories for scale model kits. TFace masks are an innovative solution allowing for precise painting of both the exterior and interior sections of the cockpit glazing, which is invaluable when striving for a faithful reproduction of aircraft details at this scale.

The Lockheed U-2A is an American high-altitude reconnaissance aircraft that debuted during the Cold War, playing a key role in aerial intelligence operations of the United States. Its first flight was in 1955, and it was extensively used by the USAF (United States Air Force) and the CIA for gathering information from the USSR, Cuba, and other countries in the period 1956–1974 (A variant), becoming an icon of reconnaissance aviation in that era. The U-2A gained fame during the Cuban Missile Crisis and the incident involving the shootdown of the aircraft piloted by Francis Gary Powers in 1960 over Soviet airspace.

• Scale: 1/48 – a highly popular size enabling a high level of model detail.
• User country: United States of America.
• Technology usage period: Cold War (1950s, 1960s, 1970s).
• Material: professionally cut high-adhesion and precision vinyl film (kabuki tape).
• Category: Modeling accessories – masking set for painting cockpit glazing.
• Compatibility: dedicated to the AFV CLUB U-2A model in 1/48 scale.
• Unique feature: TFace mask series enables simultaneous protection and painting of both the interior and the exterior layers of the cockpit windows.

The Eduard EX657 U-2A TFace product is the ideal solution for modelers who seek high precision and a streamlined painting process. The masks make it significantly easier to achieve crisp, clean lines and guarantee a professional appearance for the finished model. We recommend them to both intermediate modelers and experienced aviation enthusiasts who wish to achieve the highest level of realism. The level of difficulty is rated at 2/5 – the product is easy to use and greatly speeds up the finishing of the glazing's visual layer.

By choosing Eduard EX657 U-2A TFace, you invest in quality, accuracy, and convenience during the construction of the legendary Cold War reconnaissance aircraft model.