Quickboost QB49074 Mil Mi-8MT/Mi-17 Rotor Vibration Damper Zvezda 1/48 is a high-quality detail set intended for modelers seeking maximum accuracy and realism when building helicopter models. This product was specifically created for the Zvezda Mi-8MT/Mi-17 kit in the popular 1/48 scale and allows you to significantly enhance the level of detail of this replica of one of the most famous helicopters in aviation history.

The included rotor vibration damper is an extremely important structural element both in real Mil Mi-8MT/Mi-17 machines and in scale models. The vibration damper minimizes vibrations generated during the operation of the main rotor, which is essential for the safety and comfort of the crew and also affects the lifespan of the helicopter's structure.

• Scale: 1/48 – a precise accessory dedicated to the Zvezda Mil Mi-8MT/Mi-17 model.
• Operator countries: USSR/Russia and many other states operating the Mi-8/17 around the world.
• Material: High-quality resin, ensuring excellent detail reproduction and ease of processing.
• Historical period: Cold War and modern times – the Mi-8/17 has been used from the 1960s to today.
• Category: Detail-up set for a plastic model kit.

Historical background: The Mil Mi-8MT helicopter (export designation Mi-17) is a modernized version of the legendary Soviet Mi-8. It was widely used in the Afghan conflict, local wars, UN missions, as well as in civilian service on nearly every continent. Equipped with reliable vibration dampers, the Mi-8/17 proved itself in the toughest combat and rescue conditions.

The vibration damper offered by Quickboost is faithfully reproduced based on technical documentation and archival photographs, making it an invaluable addition for modelers building a realistic replica of this helicopter. Thanks to the use of resin, the details are crisp and assembly is easy, even for those with limited modeling experience. Assembly difficulty level: 2/5. The set is recommended for intermediate modelers wishing to upgrade their helicopter model to exhibition quality.

Quickboost QB49074 Mi-8MT/Mi-17 Rotor Vibration Damper is a top-class product that will significantly improve the realism and attractiveness of your model. If you care about detail and historical accuracy, this set will definitely meet your expectations.