Eduard SIN648111 A-10C armament ACADEMY 1/48

Eduard SIN648111 A-10C armament ACADEMY 1/48 is a unique armament set designed for A-10C Thunderbolt II attack aircraft models in the popular 1/48 scale. This set was created for modelers who wish to enhance their A-10 replica with the most accurate representation of the weaponry used by the United States Air Force (USAF) in modern times. The set is especially recommended as an accessory for the Academy model, though it may also be successfully used with other models in the same scale.

The A-10C Thunderbolt II, also known as the "Warthog", is a close air support aircraft—virtually synonymous with NATO battlefield support from the Cold War through operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and Syria. The modern "C" variant features advanced avionics and a wide range of weaponry, all of which can be found in this set.

Set contents:

• AGM-65 Maverick – guided air-to-ground missiles used against armored vehicles and fortifications
• TER (Triple Ejector Rack) – triple bomb rack allowing multiple bombs or rockets to be mounted
• LAU-3/A – pod with a multi-rail launcher for unguided rockets
• GBU-10 Paveway II – modern laser-guided bomb
• AIM-9M/L Sidewinder – short-range air-to-air missiles
• Mk.82 bombs with early airbrake – versatile general-purpose bomb used by the US Air Force
• GBU-12 – laser-guided bomb
• Sniper ATP – targeting and navigation pod for precision weapon guidance
• AN/ALQ-131 (deep) – electronic countermeasures (ECM) pod for electronic warfare

Each component is made of high-quality resin, ensuring precise and sharp details. The set also includes photo-etched parts for increased realism and decals with weapon markings.

The set belongs to the category: model accessories, resin add-ons for plastic kits, 1/48 scale.

It is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who are familiar with working with resin and small photo-etched parts. The realistic appearance and multitude of armament options allow you to create an accurate A-10C replica in any combat configuration. Construction difficulty on a scale of: 4/5.