1/72 MiG-29 "Airfield Equipment" Photo-Etched Detailing Kit (Microdesign MD072213)

What Is It?

Elevate the look and realism of your MiG-29 scale model or diorama with this photo-etched airfield equipment detailing set, specifically crafted for 1/72 scale MiG-29 scenes. This comprehensive upgrade adds crucial ground support items, including a step ladder, wheel chocks, and additional tarmac accessories to replicate a realistic Russian airbase environment. Transform your build from basic to exceptionally authentic, mirroring the daily readiness procedures for the formidable MiG-29, revered for its agility and maneuverability in modern air combat. Crafted from 0.17 mm brass, this set provides ladders, wheel chocks, and other finely etched pieces to accentuate the airfield ambiance. By integrating these precision-etched accessories, you bring your MiG-29 diorama to life, impressing onlookers with the essential ground support equipment that goes beyond what plastic alone can convey. 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 MiG-29 Diorama 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?

This detail set is perfect for:

• Beginner to intermediate modelers looking to add realistic airfield elements to a MiG-29 or similar Russian fighter
• Diorama builders depicting airbase operations or maintenance scenarios for modern jets
• Collectors aiming for a show-stopping static display of a fully equipped MiG-29 on the tarmac
• Russian aviation enthusiasts highlighting key ground gear used by tactical fighter units

Benefits

1. High Authenticity: Provides essential airfield accessories like a step ladder and wheel chocks, granting near-realistic MiG-29 ground equipment
2. Robust Construction: Made from brass 0.17 mm to ensure precision and durability
3. Complete Upgrade: Includes a photo-etch plate refashioning the airfield gear essential for a MiG-29’s readiness
4. Simple Difficulty: A straightforward but impactful addition for modelers of all skill levels

Product Details

Kit Composition

• One photo-etched brass plate featuring a step ladder, wheel chocks, pads, and additional tarmac accessories
• Color instructions for seamless assembly and part placement
• 4 unique etched parts forming essential ground support gear for a MiG-29

Applications

Perfect for depicting:

• Modern Russian airfield dioramas highlighting the MiG-29’s ground readiness
• Maintenance or inspection scenes showcasing the step ladder and secure wheel chocks
• Collector’s models aiming for museum-level authenticity with realistic airbase touches

Historical Background

The Mikoyan MiG-29 “Fulcrum”, introduced in the early 1980s, remains a cornerstone of Russian (formerly Soviet) air superiority due to its agility, powerful twin engines, and advanced avionics. Operational readiness for a front-line fighter like the MiG-29 includes a variety of ground support gear—ladders for pilot access, wheel chocks to stabilize the aircraft while on tarmac, and other standard airfield equipment. These elements help ensure safe and efficient turnarounds, reflecting the tight coordination between ground crews and advanced jet fighters that is essential for modern aerial operations. By using these color photo-etched airfield accessories with your MiG-29 kit, you capture the behind-the-scenes readiness infrastructure supporting a high-performance Russian fighter, underscoring the integral role of ground equipment in strategic air power.

How to Use

Follow these steps for an authentic airbase environment:

1. Remove any molded plastic detail at points where photo-etch parts will attach (landing gear, tarmac accessories, etc.).
2. Use fine nippers or a blade to carefully detach each brass element from the fret.
3. Bend or shape parts in line with the color instructions, ensuring correct alignment.
4. Secure with cyanoacrylate (CA) glue or equivalent adhesives.
5. Prime and paint to match your chosen MiG-29 or typical Russian ground equipment colors.

Why Choose Imodeller's MD072213? ?

• Realistic Ground Gear: Reproduces step ladder, wheel chocks, and other tarmac accessories for Su-27-era fighters, reflecting modern Russian airbase operations
• Precision Brass: Fabricated from 0.17 mm brass, offering crisp, durable edges
• All-Inclusive Enhancement: 4 unique parts focusing on key airfield items vital for MiG-29 operations
• Simple Difficulty: A straightforward yet impactful addition for modelers building a visually engaging Russian fighter diorama

Upgrade Your MiG-29 with Essential Airfield Equipment!

Elevate your modern Russian fighter scenario by adding these color photo-etched airfield details. Order now and let your MiG-29’s ground operations shine in your next masterpiece!

Shipping Information

Item Location: USA

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