1/35 Armament of Soviet/Russian Helicopters (Trumpeter) Photo‑Etched Detailing Kit (Microdesign MD035594)

What Is It?

Elevate the fire‑power realism of your Mi‑8, Mi‑24 & Ka‑29 helicopter models with this precision photo‑etched armament set, engineered for Trumpeter 1/35 scale kits. The single brass fret replicates key external weapon details—

• Launch‑rail side plates & sway braces
• Rocket‑pod tail cones, nose rings & fin collars
• 23 mm gun‑pod cooling jackets & access latches
• AT‑guided‑missile pylon faces, safety pins & cabling clamps
• Pylon data placards & tie‑down eyes

Crafted in 0 .15 mm brass, every rivet line and fastener is rendered in scale thickness, letting you re‑create the lethal look of Soviet/Russian rotary‑wing gunships. Slip these parts over the kit pylons or pods, add a dash of paint, and watch your model transform into a museum‑grade showpiece. 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 MI-8.Mi-24,Ka-29 models into a MASTERPIECE with Professional-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?

• Armor & aviation modelers seeking accurate weapons detailing
• Diorama builders portraying close‑air‑support or loading‑zone scenes
• Collectors wanting a stand‑out Hind, Hip or Helix display
• Intermediate hobbyists ready to advance their photo‑etch skillset

Benefits

1. Sharper Detail: Fine rivets & vents impossible in injection plastic
2. True‑Scale Thickness: 0 .15 mm brass equals ~5 mm on the real airframe
3. Multi‑Type Coverage: Fits Mi‑8, Mi‑24 and Ka‑29 load‑outs
4. Medium Difficulty: Rewarding upgrade without overwhelming complexity

Product Details

Kit Composition

• One photo‑etch plate – pylons, rails, pod skins & placards
• Full‑color instructions – fold lines & placement guides
• 37 micro‑detailed parts covering rocket, gun & missile hardware

Applications

• Front‑line Hind gun‑run dioramas with loaded B‑8 rocket pods
• Mi‑8 troop‑insert scenes sporting UPK‑23‑250 gun pods
• Ship‑borne Ka‑29 deck displays with AT‑6 missile mounts

Historical Background

From Afghanistan’s dusty valleys to modern maritime missions, Soviet‑designed helicopters relied on modular weapon pylons to adapt to every combat task. The Mi‑24 “Hind” paired rocket pods and anti‑tank missiles to escort convoys, while the versatile Mi‑8/17 “Hip” could sling gun‑pods for fire support. Naval assault variant Ka‑29 added shipboard firepower with four‑pylon wings. Common hardware—B‑8 80 mm rocket pods, UPK‑23 gun containers, 9P145 missile rails—shared mounting details that this set reproduces in scale brass. Installing the Microdesign armament parts lets your model reflect the formidable load‑outs that defined Russian helicopter tactics for half a century.

How to Use

1. Carefully snip parts from the fret with fine photo‑etch scissors or a sharp blade.
2. Bend launch‑rail webs and pylon faces along etched fold lines with tweezers or a PE tool.
3. Secure to kit pylons/pods using thin CA glue; align with reference marks.
4. Prime, paint and weather to match your chosen theater of operations.
5. Consult photos of operational Mi‑8, Mi‑24 or Ka‑29 helicopters for exact stencil & color placement.

Why Choose Imodeller’s MD035594 ?

• Combat‑Ready Detail: adds riveted armor plates, grab‑tabs & safety pins missing in plastic
• Laser‑Cut Precision: crisp edges ensure minimal cleanup
• Multi‑Platform Value: one set services three major helicopter kits
• Historically Faithful: ideal for Cold‑War through modern‑era vignettes

Arm Your Helicopter Models Now!

Upgrade your Mi‑8 / Mi‑24 / Ka‑29 scale models with this brass armament set. Order today for unsurpassed realism!

Shipping Information

Item Location: USA

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