Eduard BIG72182 A-6E TRUMPETER 1/72 – Accessory Set for the A-6E Intruder Model

Eduard BIG72182 is a professional accessory set dedicated to the A-6E Intruder aircraft model in 1/72 scale, designed for the Trumpeter kit. This exceptional set belongs to the prestigious BIG ED series and significantly enhances the realism and detail of the replica of this American carrier-based strike bomber from the Cold War era.

Features of the Eduard BIG72182 A-6E Set

• Scale: 1/72 – dedicated to the Trumpeter A-6E model.
• Intended for: The A-6E Intruder aircraft, used by the United States Navy from the 1970s to the mid-1990s. It participated in, among others, the Vietnam War, operations over Lebanon, the Gulf War, and numerous actions during the Cold War era.
• Period of Use: Cold War, modern times (from the 1970s to the 1990s).
• Materials: Photo-etched parts (metal elements) and precision paint masks made of high-quality vinyl film. The set does not contain plastic, resin, or 3D-printed parts – all extras are professional photo-etched details and masks.
• Product Category: Model accessory set, photo-etched parts, and masks for plastic scale models.
• Set Contents:
  • Photo-etched cockpit details, including new instrument panels, side panels, seatbelts, and small elements to enhance the detailing of the cockpit interior.
  • Exterior details such as meshes, antennas, inspection panels, and surface details to increase the realism of the model's surface.
  • Painting masks for precise masking of canopies and other elements that require sharp paint demarcation lines.
  • Photo-etched parts for detailed depiction of landing gear bays and struts, including hydraulic elements and cables.
• Included Sets: CX663 (painting masks), 72738 (electronic equipment details), 73825 (detailed photo-etched parts) – all in one economical package.

Advantages and Recommendation

The Eduard BIG72182 A-6E set is highly recommended for advanced modelers and military aviation enthusiasts who want to take their models to the next level of realism. The precise photo-etched details allow for the recreation of even the smallest structural elements, and the high-quality masks guarantee a perfect paint finish. The assembly difficulty of the set is rated at 4 out of 5 – a certain level of experience with photo-etched parts and masks is required.

Eduard BIG72182 A-6E is an investment that significantly increases the collector’s value of the model and the satisfaction of its assembly. It is the perfect choice for modelers who value accuracy and faithful reproduction of historical combat aircraft details.