1/48 B-17 Flying fortress wipers
Aires 1/48 B-17 Flying Fortress Wipers Quickboost is a resin add-on designed to upgrade 1:48 scale plastic kits of Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress. It includes detailed cockpit windshield wipers to replace less accurate plastic parts or to supplement kits where these elements are missing. Package does not include paint or adhesives needed for installation.
The Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress was one of the most famous American heavy bombers of World War II. It was deployed primarily in Europe during the daily bombing missions of the 8th and 15th USAAF, where it formed the backbone of the strategic bombing of Germany and the occupied territories. The B-17 was characterized by its rugged construction, strong defensive armament, and ability to absorb significant combat damage, earning it a reputation for reliability. For modellers, it is an iconic type with a rich history and a large number of versions and unit paint schemes.
The Aires Quickboost resin add-on provides a detailed replacement for the cockpit windshield wipers, which are often simplified or missing entirely on plastic kits. The wipers are cast in resin with the shapes of the arms, hinges, and attachment points finely captured, allowing for a higher level of detail and fidelity to the model. The add-on is suitable for more advanced modellers who want to improve the visual impression of the fuselage and cabin front, especially with open or detailed windows.
| Category: | Detail Sets |
|---|---|
| EAN: | 8599260027107 |
| Nationality: | USA |
| Period: | World War II |
| Scale: | 1/48 |
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