Eduard 49649 Merlin HC.3 seatbelts 1/48 AIRFIX – Merlin HC.3 helicopter seat belts for the Airfix 1/48 scale model

The Eduard 49649 Merlin HC.3 seatbelts product is a high-quality photo-etched seatbelt set designed for the Merlin HC.3 helicopter model by Airfix in 1/48 scale. This item has been specifically created to achieve a maximum replica of the real harnesses used by the crew of this British transport helicopter. The accuracy and precision of Eduard’s components guarantee realism and an impressive cockpit finish.

The Merlin HC.3 is a British-made, multi-purpose military helicopter, developed by the Westland-Agusta consortium (now Leonardo). It entered service with the British Army and Royal Air Force mainly in the first decade of the 21st century, proving itself in transport and medevac missions, including in Afghanistan and Iraq. The operational period of the helicopter covers modern times.

Eduard, a renowned Czech manufacturer of modelling accessories, uses thin metal sheets processed by photo-etching technology to produce this set. This technique allows for exceptionally realistic details, difficult to achieve with plastic or resin. The set includes complete seatbelts for all positions in the Merlin HC.3 cockpit along with a detailed assembly guide. The whole package guarantees an authentic effect and enhances the display value of your model.

• Category: photo-etched accessories for plastic models
• Material: photo-etched metal, coloured prints
• Compatibility: AIRFIX Merlin HC.3 1/48 model
• Recommendation: product intended for intermediate and advanced modellers seeking realistic details
• Difficulty level: 3/5 (requires precision, experience in using photo-etched parts, and familiarity with small metal components)

The Eduard 49649 Merlin HC.3 seatbelts set is dedicated to demanding modellers who want to take their model to the next level of realism. We definitely recommend this product if you value outstanding cockpit interior detailing!