Eduard BIG49452 Lysander Mk. I/III AIRFIX 1/48 – Advanced Upgrade Set for Airfix Model

Eduard BIG49452 Lysander Mk.I/III AIRFIX 1/48 is a superb set of modelling accessories from the prestigious BIG ED line, dedicated to the 1/48 scale Westland Lysander Mk.I/III liaison and reconnaissance aircraft model (manufacturer: Airfix). This advanced set allows for outstanding enhancement of the model both inside and out, providing the modeller with a tool to achieve maximum realism and historical accuracy.

Historical Overview & Application

The Westland Lysander is a British short take-off and landing (STOL) aircraft designed for reconnaissance and liaison roles. The Mk.I and Mk.III variants were used by the Royal Air Force and British forces during World War II, mainly from 1938 to 1945. These aircraft became especially famous for high-risk special missions—transporting agents and equipment to the French Resistance in Nazi-occupied France, where their STOL capabilities proved invaluable.

Eduard BIG49452 Set Specifications

• Designed for the Airfix Lysander Mk.I/III model in 1/48 scale
• Includes pre-coloured photo-etched parts for the cockpit interior:
• Instrument panel, control consoles, realistic seatbelts, and detailed on-board equipment components
• Photo-etched exterior details – upgraded landing gear, technical bays, and control surfaces
• Eduard EX painting masks for precise painting of canopy glass and wheels
• All parts are made of photo-etched metal and professional masking foil
• Provides comprehensive enhancement for the most demanding World War II dioramas

Category & Materials

This product belongs to the plastic model enhancement – photo-etched accessories category. All elements are made of high-quality metal and specialist masking foil, ensuring durability and incredible detail sharpness.

Who is it for?

Dedicated to intermediate and advanced modellers who want to take their Airfix Lysander 1/48 model to an even higher level of realism and authenticity. Assembly difficulty: 4/5.

Why choose it?

• Enhances historical realism of WWII RAF reproductions
• Provides an exceptional level of detail to both the interior and exterior elements
• Enables professional model finishing without the need for advanced metalworking tools
• Proven, renowned Eduard BIG ED quality

Eduard BIG49452 Lysander Mk.I/III AIRFIX 1/48 is an essential addition for every historical aviation enthusiast and modellers building WWII military collections. The set provides a unique opportunity to showcase modelling craftsmanship and historical precision.