1/48 LaGG‑3 (Zvezda) Photo‑Etched Detailing Kit (Microdesign MD048257)

What Is It?

Upgrade your Lavochkin‑Gorbunov‑Gudkov LaGG‑3 to showcase standard with this incredible Photo-etched brass detailing set. Designed specifically for the Zvezda 1/48 kit, the two frets deliver multi‑layer instrument‑panel frames ready to accept a polyamide clear‑film dial sheet, seat‑belt buckles & straps, throttle and trim wheels, cockpit sidewall boxes, flap‑hinge plates, radiator‑door grilles, landing‑gear torque links, brake‑line brackets, access‑panel fasteners, cowl‑latch tongues and tailplane reinforcing strips. Crafted from resilient 0 .15mm brass, every rivet, slot and screw head appears at true scale thickness, yet arrives unpainted so you can apply custom camo shades, chipping and weathering exactly the way you like. This kit ensures authenticity and precision. The components are lightweight yet sturdy, allowing for easy handling during assembly. By using this kit, you can transform your LaGG-3 model into a MASTERPIECE with museum-quality detail. The brass material provides durability while maintaining a fine, realistic appearance, making it an essential addition for any model enthusiast.

Who Is It Intended For?

• Intermediate modelers wanting a paint‑ready brass canvas
• Eastern‑Front enthusiasts craving accurate plywood‑fighter detail
• Diorama builders depicting field‑maintenance or scramble scenes
• Competition entrants aiming for hand‑painted cockpit finesse

Benefits

1. Paint Freedom: Bare brass lets you match Soviet A‑14F grey‑green or Italian export green precisely
2. Crystal‑Clear Dials: Polyamide film produces glass‑smooth gauge faces
3. Scale Fidelity: 0 .15mm brass simulates thin alloy & laminated‑birch panels
4. Comprehensive Set: 71 parts—cockpit, flap & gear areas all covered

Product Details

Kit Composition

• Fret A – cockpit structures, seat‑belts, instrument‑panel frame
• Fret B – flap hinges, radiator grille, landing‑gear & cowl fittings
• Polyamide dash film – crisp clear dials ready for back‑painting
• Full‑colour instructions – bending diagrams & colour call‑outs

Applications

• Front‑line repair dioramas featuring removed flaps and exposed hinges
• Taxi‑out scenes with open radiator door & visible gear links
• Display builds highlighting hand‑painted cockpit under sliding canopy

Historical Background

First entering service in 1941, the LaGG‑3 married a wooden monocoque with a Klimov inline engine to combat material shortages. Though criticised for weight and sluggish climb, its laminated‑birch structure withstood harsh Eastern‑Front winters. Versions fielded twin 20 mm ShVAK cannon and a retractable radiator door—features meticulously recreated by this Microdesign set, allowing you to honour the crews who coaxed the “varnished coffin” into battle.

How to Use

Follow these steps to enhance your model:

1. Carefully remove the photo-etched components using precision tools.
2. Clean the attachment points on your model for a smooth fit.
3. Bend and shape components using tweezers or a photo-etch bending tool.
4. Secure parts with cyanoacrylate glue for a durable hold.
5. Paint and weather the model to match historical accuracy.
6. Follow the instruction manual for detailed guidance on part placement and assembly.

Why Choose Imodeller’s MD048257?

• Painter’s Choice: unpainted brass enables custom finishes & chipping
• True‑Scale Metal: laser‑cut detail surpasses plastic by miles
• All‑Round Coverage: cockpit, flap, gear & cowl in one pack
• Historic Accuracy: ideal for 1941‑42 Soviet fighter displays

Craft Your Masterpiece LaGG‑3 Now!

Upgrade your LaGG-3 scale model with this incredible set —order now and bring your scale model to life!

Shipping Information

Item Location: USA

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