Eduard 49696 T-38A S.A. Trumpeter 1/48 – photo-etched detail set for plastic model

Eduard 49696 T-38A S.A. is a high-quality photo-etched detail set dedicated to enhancing the details of the T-38A Talon 1:48 scale plastic model by Trumpeter. This specialist product is intended for modelers who wish to give their model an absolutely realistic look for the cockpit and other key internal and external details.

• Scale: 1:48
• Intended model: Northrop T-38A Talon
• Country of operation: United States of America, Poland (previously loaned for tests), Germany, Turkey, Portugal, South Korea
• Period of use: contemporary times – the T-38A has been in service from the 1960s to present day
• Material: thin photo-etched metal sheet
• Category: Photo-etched accessory set for plastic scale models

The Northrop T-38A Talon is an American twin-seat jet trainer aircraft, widely used mainly by the United States Air Force for pilot training since the early 1960s. The aircraft has also been operated by NASA and numerous other allied countries. An example of its service is the NASA program, where the T-38A is used for astronaut training and technical testing.

The precisely manufactured Eduard 49696 photo-etched set allows for a significant improvement in realism of the Trumpeter T-38A model. The set includes detailed cockpit components, seat belts, instrument panels for both the pilot and the instructor, and radio and interior equipment details. Additionally, the set comes with color-printed parts using the offset printing technique for a very high standard of even the tiniest detail reproduction.

This set is recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (difficulty level 4/5). It requires skill in working with fine photo-etched elements, as well as appropriate tools and metal adhesives. Eduard 49696 is the ideal choice for enthusiasts seeking an exclusive level of detail and a professional final effect. It is valued by modelers for its quality, precision, and ease of use following the included instructions.

By choosing Eduard 49696 T-38A S.A. for your model, you will achieve a clearly elevated level of detail that will make your model stand out in any competition or collection.