Eduard 48873 MiG-23BN exterior Trumpeter 1/48

Eduard 48873 MiG-23BN exterior Trumpeter 1/48 is a high-quality photo-etched detail set designed to enhance the MiG-23BN model in 1/48 scale produced by Trumpeter. This product was developed by the renowned Czech company Eduard, which has for years been known for its modeling accessories and add-ons aimed at increasing the realism of even the most advanced plastic aircraft kits.

The MiG-23BN is an attack version of the popular Soviet MiG-23 fighter jet, which during the Cold War period (1973–2000) was widely used by the USSR as well as many Eastern Bloc and export countries such as India, Libya, Iraq, and Syria. This aircraft took part in, among others, wars in the Middle East and conflicts in Africa, proving itself as a versatile tactical support machine. Modernization efforts in user countries stretched until the turn of the century, highlighting the longevity of this design.

The offered set 48873 allows for a significant increase in the realism of the MiG-23BN replica by supplying the model with richly detailed external elements that cannot be represented in plastic using injection molding technology. The set includes extremely precise photo-etched parts made of high-quality metal, enabling realistic reproduction of, among others, landing gear mechanisms, flaps, fuselage supplements, air intakes, and small aerodynamic surfaces. These elements give the model an authentic look, emphasize the collectible value of the replica, and enhance its display qualities.

• Scale: 1/48
• User countries: USSR and export countries (India, Iraq, Libya, Syria, and others)
• Service period: Cold War – modern times (1970–2000+)
• Material: photo-etched metal sheet
• Category: detail set for plastic scale model kit
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Intended for: Trumpeter MiG-23BN 1/48 model

We recommend this product to advanced modelers and military aviation enthusiasts who appreciate the highest level of realism and are not afraid to work with precision details. The complexity of the set is rated at 4/5 on the difficulty scale – it requires experience in working with photo-etched parts and care during assembly.

Choose Eduard 48873 MiG-23BN exterior Trumpeter 1/48 to give your model a professional appearance and an exceptional level of detail appreciated by collectors and military aviation fans.