Eduard 32556 F-18D interior 1/32 ACADEMY – Detail set for cockpit interior

Eduard 32556 F-18D interior 1/32 ACADEMY is a high-quality photo-etched detail set designed for enhancing the F/A-18D Hornet aircraft model in 1/32 scale produced by Academy. Dedicated to scale modeling enthusiasts who want to add realism and unique details to their models, this set allows for faithful reproduction of the combat cabin interior of this legendary machine.

Model scale: 1/32
Country of use: United States as well as numerous export users, including Switzerland, Finland, Malaysia
Operating period: Modern era (from the late 1980s to the present day)

Historical overview: F/A-18D Hornet

The F/A-18D Hornet is a two-seat version of the well-known American multirole fighter, built mainly for the United States Marine Corps (USMC). This aircraft has been widely used in numerous military conflicts since the late 1980s, such as Operation Desert Storm, Enduring Freedom in Afghanistan, and NATO peacekeeping interventions. Thanks to the dual-seater cockpit, the F/A-18D has proven itself both as a fighter and in precision strike missions, with a crew consisting of a pilot and a navigator/weapons operator.

Materials and contents of the Eduard 32556 set

• High-quality photo-etched (PE) metal fret – provides excellent reproduction of details.
• Colored pre-printed elements – allow quick and realistic finishing of instrument panels, seatbelts, and side panels.
• The set does not require sanding of resin parts or metal gun barrels, making assembly less labor-intensive.
• Includes cockpit parts: side panels, instrument panels, seat belts, and control levers.

Product category:

Photo-etched upgrade set for plastic scale models. The product is intended as an accessory for plastic model kits.

Recommendation and difficulty level

The Eduard 32556 F-18D interior 1/32 ACADEMY set is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to give their model exceptional depth of detail, characteristic of the original aircraft. The assembly difficulty level is rated at 3/5 – it requires precision and patience, especially when working with delicate photo-etched parts. The set is perfect as an addition for modern military aviation enthusiasts and collectors of large-scale models.

In summary, Eduard 32556 is the perfect choice for achieving a realistic F/A-18D Hornet cockpit in Academy 1/32 models – highly recommended!