Omask 34022 Il-2 CS LX-17 1/48 – Paint Mask Set for the Ilyushin Il-2 Model

Omask 34022 Il-2 CS LX-17 in 1/48 scale is a professional paint mask set, designed for use with plastic models of the legendary Soviet attack aircraft Ilyushin Il-2 in the unique CS version, marked with the side number LX-17. The 1/48 scale model reproduces the classic aircraft extensively used during World War II by the Air Forces of the Soviet Union, especially on the Eastern Front throughout the fiercest battles of 1941-1945.

Historical Description of the Ilyushin Il-2 CS

The famous Ilyushin Il-2, known as the “flying tank,” is indisputably one of the most important ground support aircraft of World War II. Used exclusively by the USSR, this aircraft gained fame for its durability and powerful armament, effectively attacking ground targets during key battles of the Eastern Front, such as Stalingrad and Kursk. The CS LX-17 version featured a distinctive markings layout and a rarely seen configuration, highlighting its authenticity and uniqueness on modelers’ shelves.

Features of the Omask 34022 Mask Set

• Scale: 1/48 – ideal for detailed aircraft model builds
• Country of the original: USSR (Union of Soviet Socialist Republics)
• Historical period: World War II (years 1941-1945)
• Product category: complete mask set for a plastic model
• Material: high-quality self-adhesive masking film, easy to remove without leaving glue residue
• Scope of application: masks for cockpit glazing, wing surface divisions, fuselage, and detailed elements
• Fit: precisely cut for the specific LX-17 variant, compatible with the most popular 1/48 scale models
• The set does not include metal, resin, or 3D accessories – it is an accessory dedicated to painting

Who is it recommended for?

The product is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 2/5) who want to achieve a perfect, historically accurate camouflage and markings for the Il-2 aircraft without the risk of paint seeping or blistering. The set speeds up the workflow, improves precision, and even allows for the application of multi-colored checkerboards and delicate markings.

Omask 34022 Il-2 CS LX-17 1/48 offers the highest quality and historical authenticity of reproduction, making any model a unique exhibit in every model collection.