Quickboost QB48318 A-6A/E, EA-6A Refueling Probe - Early Revell/Monogram 1/48

The Quickboost QB48318 A-6A/E, EA-6A refueling probe - early upgrade set is dedicated to Revell/Monogram kits in 1/48 scale. It is a precisely cast resin replica of the early variant of the aerial refueling probe for the Grumman A-6 Intruder and EA-6A Prowler aircraft. These legendary machines were a key part of the United States Navy (US Navy) and United States Marine Corps (USMC) aviation from the 1960s onward, used in conflicts such as the Vietnam War and throughout the Cold War era; the A-6 served until the 1990s.

The early aerial refueling probe was a crucial tactical equipment for the A-6A/E and EA-6A, enabling them to conduct long-range combat operations and ferry flights with in-flight refueling capability. The A-6 Intruder first flew in 1960 and entered operational service by 1963. The A-6A and A-6E variants were widely used from aircraft carriers, being particularly active during the Vietnam War. The EA-6A version, intended for electronic warfare, played a significant role in the Cold War era.

• Scale: 1/48
• Manufacturer: Quickboost
• Material: high-quality resin
• Designed for Revell/Monogram A-6A/E, EA-6A kits
• Component: detailed refueling probe – early version
• Category: resin detail set
• Historical period: Cold War, Vietnam War

The Quickboost set is characterized by outstanding detail and dimensional accuracy with the original part. The resin element is noticeably more refined than standard plastic kit parts, featuring sharp details and a smooth surface that allows easy painting and installation. The product does not include photo-etched parts and focuses solely on high-quality resin craftsmanship.

We recommend the Quickboost QB48318 set to both experienced modelers looking to take their build to a higher level of detail as well as military aviation enthusiasts interested in the Cold War and Vietnam War period. The assembly difficulty is rated at 2/5 – installation requires only basic skills in working with small resin parts and fitting them to the model fuselage. It is the ideal choice for those seeking historical accuracy and precision in building a replica of the A-6A/E or EA-6A.