Quickboost QB72395 Ar 196 correct cowling 1/72

Quickboost QB72395 Ar 196 correct cowling 1/72 – Corrected Engine Cowling for Arado Ar 196 (Heller, Revell)

Quickboost QB72395 is a precisely crafted correction set in 1:72 scale, designed for models of the well-known German reconnaissance floatplane Arado Ar 196. The set includes a detailed resin engine cowling, specifically created for the Ar 196 model kits offered by Heller and Revell. This is an essential addition for any modeller seeking historical accuracy and details true to the original aircraft.

Material: The set is made entirely from high-quality resin, enabling very sharp and intricate details—far superior to standard plastic sprue parts. The material is easy to work with and paint.

Product category: Additional resin detail for 1/72 scale models, dedicated for assembly with plastic kits (aftermarket, accessories, modelling add-ons).

Historical information: The Arado Ar 196 was the primary reconnaissance floatplane of the Luftwaffe, used by Nazi Germany during World War II (years of service: 1938–1945). These aircraft were stationed on German warships—battleships and cruisers—and used for coastal patrols, reconnaissance, and anti-submarine warfare in the Baltic Sea and North Sea. Typical operational use of the Ar 196 included actions during the Norwegian Campaign and the Battle of the Atlantic.

Product advantages:

• Accurately recreated cooling louvres, panel lines, and engine cowling mounts
• Significantly enhances the realism of the model
• Easy adaptation to Revell and Heller kits
• Durable material resistant to minor damage during assembly
• Recommended for upgrading models and for use in professional historical dioramas

Especially recommended for: The set is dedicated to both intermediate and experienced modellers who wish to improve the look of their Ar 196 models by increasing historical accuracy and detail. It is an excellent choice for World War II aviation enthusiasts, collectors, and diorama builders.

Assembly difficulty level: 2/5 – Assembly will not be difficult for those familiar with resin and upgrading plastic models.