Eduard EX857 Il-2 mod. 1943 TFace Zvezda 1/48 – painting masks

Category: Modeling accessories – painting masks

Manufacturer: Eduard

Scale: 1/48

Intended for: For the plastic model Iljušin Il-2 mod. 1943 by Zvezda.

Eduard EX857 is a professional TFace mask set for painting both the external and internal surfaces of the glazing and wheels in the Il-2 ground attack aircraft model, 1943 version, at 1/48 scale. The masks are dedicated to the Zvezda kit, providing a perfect fit that allows for quick and precise protection of parts against unwanted varnishing or painting.

Historical description – Iljušin Il-2 mod. 1943

The Il-2, the legendary Soviet ground-attack aircraft, was widely used by the USSR during World War II (1939–1945), especially from 1943 on the Eastern Front. The Il-2 played a key role during the Battle of Kursk and in subsequent operations on the German front. The mod. 1943 model represents the two-seater version, equipped with improved armor and a rear machine gun. These aircraft were used by the Red Army Air Force until the end of the war.

Product features:

• Masks made of high-quality, flexible self-adhesive foil with excellent resistance to modeling paints, including acrylics, enamels, and lacquers.
• TFace set – allows simultaneous protection of glazing on both the outside and inside, enabling the realistic painting of cabin frame effects.
• Precisely cut elements designed for the specific Zvezda model, ensuring perfect fit with the cockpit glass and aircraft landing gear.
• Fast and harmless installation and removal of the masks, eliminating the risk of damaging surfaces due to excess adhesive.
• The product includes assembly instructions and a detailed diagram for applying the masks to the glazing and wheels.

Who do we recommend Eduard EX857 Il-2 mod. 1943 TFace for?

We recommend this mask set to both intermediate and advanced modelers who want to achieve perfect painting results without time-consuming tape cutting. An excellent choice for Soviet aviation enthusiasts of World War II, as well as modelers collecting front-line aircraft. Not intended for the youngest modelers – suggested application difficulty level: 2/5.

By choosing Eduard EX857, you get a professional result with minimal risk of mistakes during painting, guaranteeing a realistic replica of the Il-2 pilot's and gunner's cockpits.