Quickboost QB48481 MiG-23 Flogger pitot tube Trumpeter 1/48 – Resin Pitot Tube for Model

Quickboost QB48481 MiG-23 Flogger pitot tube is a high-quality upgrade set dedicated to the 1/48 scale plastic model of the MiG-23 Flogger, released by Trumpeter. The product is made from precisely cast resin, ensuring excellent detail as well as significantly greater durability and fidelity than the standard pitot tube included in the base kit.

Historic Model – MiG-23 Flogger

The MiG-23 Flogger is a Soviet fighter aircraft, widely used in Eastern Bloc countries and USSR-allied nations. It was designed in the 1960s and operated mainly during the Cold War period. Known for its variable-sweep wings, the MiG-23 served, among others, in the Afghan conflict and in the air forces of numerous countries in the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

• Scale: 1/48
• Application: MiG-23 Flogger model by Trumpeter
• Original user's country: USSR, Warsaw Pact states, numerous armies worldwide
• Historical period: Cold War (1970s and 1980s)
• Material: High-quality resin
• Category: Upgrade parts for plastic models
• Additions: Product does not include metal parts – fully resin

Product Advantages and Fit

Quickboost QB48481 is an excellent choice for modelers wishing to accurately reproduce the distinctive features of the MiG-23 model. The kit pitot tube is often damaged or over-simplified – the resin version from Quickboost offers a much higher level of realism, while maintaining the finesse and proportions of the original part. Designed specifically for the Trumpeter model, the set ensures easy installation, resistance to accidental breakage, and a look somewhere between professional and museum-quality.

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

We recommend this product to demanding modelers who pay attention to detail and historical accuracy of their aircraft builds. Assembly is rated at 2/5 – suitable for intermediate to advanced hobbyists. It's a great way to upgrade your 1/48 MiG-23 model and make it stand out at any modeling exhibition!