KELIK KS48023 Soviet hexagonal plates 1930–1960 is a specialist diorama base in 1/48 scale, designed to realistically replicate Soviet runways, taxiways, and airfield parking areas from the 1930–1960 period. This high-quality product is made from durable 3 mm acrylic, and its impressive dimensions of 410 × 270 mm allow for the convenient display of a wide range of aircraft and military vehicle models in historically accurate settings.

• Scale: 1/48
• Country of use: Soviet Union (USSR)
• Historical period: World War II, postwar period, Cold War (1930–1960)
• Material: 3 mm acrylic
• Product dimensions: 410 × 270 mm, weight approx. 410 g
• Theme: realistic hexagonal concrete airfield plates; based on actual plates used at USSR airfields
• Category: Acrylic diorama base for model display
• Additions: ready for individual painting, weathering, and weather effects

Hexagonal airfield plates appeared in the USSR during the years 1930–1960, allowing for rapid construction of runways and parking aprons on World War II fronts as well as bases during the Cold War. They were used at airfields supporting legendary machines such as the LaGG-3, Yak-9, Il-2, as well as jet MiG-15, MiG-17, MiG-21 and Su-7. The short runway length – up to 1000 m – corresponds to military and frontline airfields, where speed of construction and versatility were of key importance.

The KELIK KS48023 base is designed for demanding modelers who care about the historical and visual details of their diorama or collection display. The plate's design allows instant creation of a professional background for Soviet aircraft models, vehicles, and thematic scenes from the wartime and Cold War periods. The appropriately prepared surface enables the use of various painting, weathering, and pigment techniques.

We recommend this product especially to intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level: 1/5 – very easy). An excellent choice for collectors and diorama creators who wish to enrich the display of their models with an atmospheric and authentic base used by the Soviet army. If you are looking for a realistic base for your 1/48 scale models – KELIK KS48023 will be the optimal solution!