Eduard BIG49378 Mi-8MT TRUMPETER 1/48

Eduard BIG49378 Mi-8MT TRUMPETER 1/48 – Helicopter Model Accessory Set

Eduard BIG49378 Mi-8MT TRUMPETER 1/48 is a comprehensive accessory set dedicated to the highly detailed Soviet/Russian Mi-8MT helicopter model in 1/48 scale, designed for the popular Trumpeter plastic model kit. This complete package allows for significant detailing of the basic kit, enhancing the realism and uniqueness of the modeller’s finished work.

• Scale: 1/48
• Operator Countries: USSR/Russia and other countries using the Mi-8MT helicopter
• Period of Use: Modern times; the Mi-8MT has been in service from the 1970s to the present day
• Historical Use: The Mi-8MT helicopter is widely used in military and civilian forces around the world, taking part in both combat missions and rescue operations – including conflicts in Afghanistan, Chechnya, and UN operations.
• Material: Photo-etched metal parts, STEEL elements, and painting masks cut from high-quality adhesive material.
• Included Accessories:
  • Complete set of STEEL photo-etched seatbelts for crew and passenger seats, ensuring maximum interior cockpit authenticity;
  • Detailing components for the interior and cockpit, such as instrument panels, levers, control elements, and other small details;
  • Professional EX947 painting masks allowing for precision masking of the helicopter's glazing and selected fuselage parts.
• Category: Model accessories – set of photo-etched parts and masks for a plastic scale model kit.
• Build Difficulty: 4/5 – Set recommended for intermediate and advanced modellers due to the use of photo-etched parts and precise masking requirements.
• Recommendation: Eduard BIG49378 is perfect for modellers seeking a higher level of detail than what the base kit offers. Highly recommended for helicopter and military enthusiasts, as well as those wishing to create a realistic diorama or a unique collector’s display. Eduard is a renowned manufacturer, and every element of this set is carefully crafted for accurate reproduction of Mi-8MT details in 1/48 scale.