Eduard CX179 Horten IX/Go 229 REVELL 1/72 – painting masks

Eduard CX179 is a high-quality set of modeling masks designed especially for the Horten IX/Go 229 model in 1:72 scale, produced by Revell. This product is manufactured by Eduard, a renowned Czech maker of modeling accessories, highly valued worldwide for their precision and reliability. Using this set will undoubtedly ease and speed up the process of painting the canopy and other clear parts on the model of the famous German fighter-bomber.

Technical information about Horten IX/Go 229

• Scale: 1:72
• Operating country: Germany
• Period of use: World War II (years 1944–1945)
• Historical description: The Horten Ho IX (Go 229) was one of the most innovative Luftwaffe projects at the end of World War II. Designed by the Horten brothers, it was a prototype fighter featuring a unique flying wing construction and jet propulsion. The project was intended to give the German air force a technological advantage, but it reached the testing phase too late to influence the war’s outcome.

Product characteristics

• Set content: Set of machine-cut masks made of top-quality modeling film
• Compatibility: Suitable only for the Revell Horten IX/Go 229 model in 1:72 scale
• Modeling type: Modeling accessories for plastic scale models
• Use of masks: Canopy covering, optionally wheels and other surfaces intended for precise painting, allowing sharp edges and a professional result
• Material: Self-adhesive film, easy to apply and remove without damaging the model’s surface

Who is it recommended for?

We recommend the Eduard CX179 mask set both to beginners and intermediate modelers who want to improve the finish quality of their Horten IX/Go 229 aircraft model. The product significantly reduces the preparation time for painting and guarantees repeatable details with full precision. The difficulty level for using the masks is rated at 1 out of 5 – application is simple and convenient.

Summary

Eduard CX179 is a professional mask set dedicated to 1:72 scale models, providing invaluable support for modelers aiming to faithfully reproduce the details of the original Horten IX/Go 229 design. The product features excellent precision and convenience of use – a must-have accessory for every Revell model of this unique WWII aircraft.