Eduard SS323 P2V-7 1/72 HASEGAWA – Photo-Etched Set for Patrol Aircraft Model

Eduard SS323 P2V-7 1/72 HASEGAWA is a specialized photo-etched detail set designed for the Lockheed P2V-7 Neptune 1:72 scale model produced by Hasegawa. This unique detail set is the perfect addition for modelers seeking the highest level of realism and detail in their Cold War era aircraft model.

Historical Information about the Lockheed P2V-7 Neptune

The Lockheed P2V-7 Neptune aircraft was an American long-range patrol machine, used primarily by the US Navy as well as the air forces of allied countries such as France, Australia, the United Kingdom, and Japan. The P2V-7, also known as the SP-2H after a designation change, was employed in anti-submarine warfare, coastal patrols, and reconnaissance missions. Its greatest period of service was during the Cold War—from the early 1950s up to the 1970s—when the Neptune also saw action in conflicts in Korea and Vietnam. These features make both the model and its accessories an ideal choice for military aviation enthusiasts and modelers recreating historical dioramas.

Product Features

• Scale: 1:72
• Intended for: Lockheed P2V-7 Neptune (Hasegawa)
• Country of use: USA, Australia, France, Japan, United Kingdom
• Historical period: Cold War (1950–1970+)
• Material: precisely photo-etched metal sheet
• Includes fine detail parts to enhance the cockpit interior, control panels, crew seat belts, and other small cabin details
• Compatible exclusively with the Hasegawa model
• Category: photo-etched set, modeling accessories

Advantages of the Eduard SS323 Set

This set is recommended for advanced and intermediate modelers who expect realistic details and wish to enhance the authenticity of the P2V-7 patrol aircraft model. The photo-etched parts significantly improve the level of detail in the cockpit and other areas of the model, bringing out features impossible to achieve with plastic parts. It is an excellent choice for collectors, exhibitors, and enthusiasts working on historical dioramas.

The assembly difficulty level is rated at 3/5 — requiring care, precision, and familiarity with photo-etched techniques.