Master AM-72-130 Dessault Etendard IV Pitot tube & AOA Probes (1/72)

Master AM-72-130 is a precision set of modeling accessories dedicated to the carrier-based aircraft model Dassault Étendard IV in the popular 1:72 scale. This product is designed for the most demanding modelers who value authenticity and realistic detailing. The set includes a high-quality metal pitot tube and two Angle of Attack (AOA) probes, which will enrich any model of the French fighter with exceptionally realistic elements.

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of Use: France (French Navy – Marine Nationale)
• Period of Use: Cold War – modern times (1961-2000)
• Category: Model accessories, metal upgrade – accessories for plastic aircraft models
• Material: Precisely machined metal (brass and stainless steel – turned components)
• Application: Dedicated to Dassault Étendard IV models (various model manufacturers, 1:72 scale)

A brief history of Dassault Étendard IV:
The Dassault Étendard IV is a supersonic, single-seat carrier-based fighter developed in France at the end of the 1950s for service on French Navy aircraft carriers. Its first flight took place in 1958, and it entered service already in 1962. The aircraft was widely used during the Cold War for a range of missions – from interception to attacks on ground and sea targets. It became especially famous during operations over Lebanon and missions over the Atlantic.

The components of this kit are manufactured with the highest precision. Compared to classic plastic pitot and AOA components offered by model manufacturers, Master’s metal accessories are significantly more durable, slimmer, and resistant to damage. They allow for faithfully reproducing thin, precision elements – even in the small 1:72 scale, ensuring exceptional appearance and durability.

Recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers (assembly difficulty: 2 on a scale of 1-5). Installation requires caution when handling small metal elements and precision during assembly, but the visual results greatly surpass traditional plastic equivalents. This product is especially recommended for collectors and modelers striving for maximum realism and highly authentic detailing of their aircraft models.