Eduard 481154 F-4C air brakes HOBBY 2000, ACADEMY 1/48 – Photo-Etched Set for F-4C Phantom II Model Kits

The Eduard 481154 F-4C air brakes set is a high-quality collection of photo-etched parts designed for the popular 1/48 scale F-4C Phantom II model kits offered by Hobby 2000 and Academy. The product is made from precisely etched metal, ensuring exceptional detail and realism in the reconstruction of key structural elements such as the air brakes. Thanks to this set, the modeler can replicate details that are impossible to achieve with standard plastic parts from basic kits.

• Scale: 1/48 – dedicated to F-4C Phantom II HOBBY 2000 and Academy models
• Intended use: McDonnell Douglas F-4C Phantom II fighter-bomber aircraft
• User country: United States, Air Force (USAF)
• Period of service: The first F-4C units entered service in the early 1960s and were heavily used during the Vietnam War as well as in the following decades of the Cold War era
• Historical description: The F-4C Phantom II was one of the most important fighters used by the USAF in the 1960s and 1970s, playing a key role during air combat and bombing missions over Vietnam. The air brakes, which enabled control over speed and safety during landings and maneuvers, are a distinctive feature of this design.
• Material: Photo-etched metal – the parts are thin, yet very durable and easy to integrate with the model
• Contents: The set includes photo-etched panels, arms, mounts and other details necessary to fully replicate the air brakes
• Category: Photo-etched detail set for 1/48 scale plastic model kits™
• Assembly difficulty: 3/5 – recommended for intermediate modelers with experience in assembling and working with photo-etched detail sets

Eduard 481154 F-4C air brakes is the best choice for modeling enthusiasts who want to enhance the realism of their F-4C Phantom II models. The thinness of the photo-etched metal allows for the precise replication of even the smallest details, providing an authentic visual effect—especially noticeable when displaying the model with deployed air brakes. The set is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who value quality, precision, and historical accuracy in their builds.