Eduard 73843 BV 222 Revell 1/72 – Photo-Etched Set for the Blohm & Voss BV 222 Viking Model

The Eduard 73843 BV 222 set is an advanced kit of photo-etched details for the plastic model of the Blohm & Voss BV 222 Viking by Revell in the popular 1/72 scale. Dedicated to model building enthusiasts wishing to faithfully recreate the characteristic German flying boat from World War II, this set focuses on maximizing the realism of the replica.

Historical Information about the Blohm & Voss BV 222

The Blohm & Voss BV 222 is the largest serially produced German flying boat, used mainly by the Luftwaffe between 1941–1945. Renowned for its impressive size and range, it was utilized for transporting soldiers and materials from the Third Reich to North Africa as well as during evacuation operations on the Eastern Front. The BV 222 was one of the most interesting and recognizable transport aircraft of that era.

Eduard 73843 BV 222 Set Details for Revell 1/72

• Dedication: The set is designed exclusively for the Revell 1/72 Blohm & Voss BV 222 'Viking' model.
• Material: Precision photo-etched metal sheet, both colored and unpainted parts, featuring extremely fine details.
• Contents: A full set of parts for cockpit finishing, including a colored instrument panel, sophisticated crew seatbelts, seat details, pedal components, and side panels.
• Application: Significantly enhances and adds realism to the cockpit interior compared to the standard plastic components of the base kit.
• Category: Additional photo-etched parts (PE) for plastic models.
• Difficulty Level: 4/5 – recommended for advanced modellers due to the demanding assembly, very small parts, and the need for precise use of modelling tools.

Why Choose Eduard 73843?

The Eduard 73843 set significantly increases the detail and authenticity of the BV 222 Viking model. The colored cockpit details, realistic seatbelts, and precisely finished control panels will present your model in true museum style. This product is recommended for experienced modellers seeking challenges and aiming to reproduce the interiors of historic Luftwaffe aircraft as faithfully as possible.