Eduard 648173 UB-16 rocket launcher (2 pcs) 1/48 – 1:48 scale rocket launcher

Eduard 648173 UB-16 rocket launcher is a high-quality 1:48 scale accessory set designed for aircraft modelers who wish to accurately recreate the armament of Soviet or Russian combat aircraft from the Cold War era as well as modern times. The set includes two resin UB-16 rocket launchers, known for their use on aircraft such as the Mikoyan MiG-21, MiG-23, Su-17, and Su-25. These launchers were widely employed by the air forces of the USSR, Warsaw Pact countries, and numerous export customers from the 1960s to the present day, both during Cold War conflicts and various regional wars.

The UB-16 launcher is a conventional pod mounted on underwing pylons that holds 16 S-5 57mm unguided rockets. One of its main advantages was its simple design and ease of use, and the system was installed on numerous helicopters and frontline fighter jets. The UB-16 was used, among other occasions, during the Soviet intervention in Afghanistan (1979–1989), as well as in numerous conflicts in the Middle East and Africa.

The components of the Eduard 648173 set are made from top-quality resin, ensuring detailing and accuracy unattainable in traditional plastic models. The kit includes both launchers with small details and photo-etched parts that allow for the replication of even the finest construction elements of the original. This accessory is perfectly suited for 1:48 aircraft models. The product is intended for both experienced and intermediate modelers who want to enhance the realism of their miniatures.

• High-quality 3D resin model by Eduard
• Scale: 1/48
• Set includes: 2 UB-16 launchers + photo-etched details
• Intended use: accessory for Soviet and Russian aircraft models from the 1960s to the present day
• Materials: resin + photo-etched metal parts
• Assembly difficulty: 2-3 / 5
• Category: resin model kit (modeling accessory)

We recommend the Eduard 648173 UB-16 rocket launcher 1/48 to modelers looking for highly detailed equipment for their Soviet and Russian aircraft models from the Cold War and modern conflicts. It is an excellent choice to enhance the realism of miniatures and improve presentation quality at modeling competitions.