Eduard BIG49377 PV-1 PART II ACADEMY 1/48 - Accessory set for the PV-1 aircraft model

Eduard BIG49377 PV-1 PART II is a highly detailed set of photo-etched accessories dedicated to the Lockheed PV-1 Ventura model in 1/48 scale, compatible with the Academy plastic kit. This comprehensive set is an essential piece of equipment for any modeler wanting to create a faithfully reproduced and highly realistic miniature of the American patrol aircraft from World War II.

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of original use: United States of America
• Historical era: World War II (1942–1945). The Lockheed PV-1 Ventura was used by the US Navy and Allied air forces in operations over the Pacific and Atlantic waters, for anti-submarine patrols, naval vessel hunting, and tactical bombing.
• Material: Precisely etched photo-etched parts made from specially selected stainless steel and brass—ideal for highlighting details unavailable in traditional plastic model kits.
• Set contents: The BIG49377 set includes three complete separate sets:
  • 481106 – PV-1 exterior – external details (antennas, fuselage surface components, tail assembly)
  • 481107 – PV-1 bomb bay – complete upgrade of the bomb bay compartment
  • 481108 – PV-1 undercarriage – realistic landing gear components
• Category: Photo-etched accessories for plastic model kits, dedicated to 1/48 scale aircraft models.
• Difficulty level: 4/5 – recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers. Requires patience and precision for handling and assembling delicate parts.
• Advantages: The Eduard BIG49377 set significantly enhances the realism of the PV-1 model. It allows you to create a detailed bomb bay interior, intricate landing gear, and more defined exterior features. The use of photo-etched metal parts enables effects impossible to achieve with plastic parts alone—exceptional quality and accuracy guaranteed by the Eduard brand.
• Recommendation: Especially recommended for demanding modelers, collectors of historical aviation models, and all who wish to take their PV-1 model to a professional diorama or competition display level.

Thanks to the Eduard BIG49377 PV-1 PART II set, every replica of the Lockheed PV-1 Ventura will become an exceptionally detailed miniature with perfectly highlighted construction details. Choose Eduard photo-etched accessories and bring your aircraft model to life!