{"product_id":"38613-eduard-648231-lau-3-a-148","title":"Eduard 648231 LAU-3\/ A 1\/48","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\n  \u003ch2\u003eEduard 648231 LAU-3\/A 1\/48 – USAF Rocket Pod (1:48)\u003c\/h2\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Eduard 648231 LAU-3\/A in 1\/48 scale is a high-quality modeling accessory set that allows for a realistic recreation of the famous LAU-3\/A rocket pod used by the United States Air Force. This product is designed for advanced modelers who wish to enrich their aircraft models with a detailed and faithfully reproduced weapon typical of the Cold War era as well as the Vietnam and Middle East conflicts.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The LAU-3\/A pod is a multi-tube rocket launcher designed for firing 19 unguided 70 mm (2.75 inch) Folding-Fin Aerial Rockets (FFAR). Its production began in the early 1960s, and it remained in service for decades in various versions, gaining a reputation as a reliable and effective weapon for aircraft such as the F-4 Phantom II, A-37 Dragonfly, or A-4 Skyhawk. It was widely used during the Vietnam War by both the USAF and the US Navy, proving its worth in ground attack missions.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    The Eduard 648231 set offers very detailed parts produced using resin technology and photo-etched brass, providing maximum detail on both the surface and the interior of the launcher. The set consists of two LAU-3\/A launchers intended for self-assembly and painting. All components are cast from high-quality resin, ensuring unmatched precision compared to traditional plastic models. The photo-etched parts allow for the assembly of the most minute and specific details, such as wiring bundles or technical closures.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eScale: 1\/48\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eCountry of use: USA\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePeriod of use: Cold War, Vietnam War, 1960s–1980s\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eMaterial: high-quality resin + photo-etched parts\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eDesigned for 1\/48 scale plastic aircraft models\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSet includes 2 LAU-3\/A pods\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\n    Product category: \u003cstrong\u003eresin accessories for 1\/48 scale aircraft models\u003c\/strong\u003e. The Eduard 648231 set is especially recommended for advanced and intermediate aircraft modelers who want to accurately recreate the armament of Cold War-era aircraft. Assembly difficulty is rated 3\/5 – it requires skill in working with small components and materials such as resin and photo-etched brass. This accessory will make an impressive addition to any collection of combat aircraft models, providing maximum realism and excellent build quality.\n  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eduard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722362016078,"sku":"EDUA648231","price":11.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/ebed47756a8e9a8cecef97ec794861fb.png?v=1755536451","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.com\/products\/38613-eduard-648231-lau-3-a-148","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}