Eduard 672161 GBU-11 1/72 – Vietnam War Era Laser-Guided Bomb Model

The Eduard 672161 GBU-11 set in 1:72 scale is an exceptionally detailed model of GBU-11 aerial bombs, serving as an advanced enhancement for aircraft modelers passionate about both historic and modern military aviation. The Brassin series, to which this product belongs, is renowned for its high-quality details and precision manufacturing. This resin model was created with fidelity in mind to accurately replicate the guided bombs used by the US Air Force during the Vietnam conflict.

Historical Description

The GBU-11 is one of the first operational laser-guided bombs used by the United States Air Force during the Vietnam War (period: Cold War, 1960s and early 1970s). Developed to precisely strike heavily-defended targets such as bridges, industrial facilities, or strategic infrastructure, it marked a breakthrough in aerial weaponry. Its modern guidance significantly increased bombing effectiveness while reducing risk to crews.

Set Specification

• Scale: 1:72
• Country of use: United States
• Period of use: Vietnam War, Cold War
• Set includes: 2 GBU-11 bombs
• Material: high-quality resin
• Photo-etched parts: yes, allowing for precise replication of structural details
• No decals, no painting masks included
• Category: resin model kit for self-assembly and painting

Who is the set intended for?

Eduard GBU-11 1/72 is aimed at intermediate and advanced aircraft modelers, enthusiasts of military aviation history, and those building dioramas from the Vietnam War era. The model requires experience working with resin and delicate assembly of photo-etched parts. It is an excellent detail addition for strike aircraft models such as the F-4 Phantom II or F-111.

Difficulty Level

The construction difficulty is rated at 4/5 – due to the numerous small parts and precise detailing.

Why is it worth it?

This set is recommended for everyone who seeks the highest level of realism and wants to enrich their models with unique, historically accurate weaponry. The workmanship quality and attention to detail make the Eduard 672161 GBU-11 1/72 one of the best choices in this modeling category.