1/48 Cessna O-2A Skymaster (ICM) Photo-etched detailing kit
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Made specifically to enhance the scale model: (ICM) 48290, 48291
Scale: 1/48
1/48 Cessna O-2A Skymaster (ICM) Photo-Etched Detailing Kit (Microdesign MD048010)
What Is It?
Elevate the look and realism of your Cessna O-2A Skymaster scale model with this premium photo-etched detailing set, meticulously crafted for ICM’s 1/48 scale kit. This collection enhances multiple interior and exterior elements, providing finely etched brass parts that accentuate cockpit details (instrument panels, seatbelts, control levers), landing gear components, window frames, mirrors, structural parts, and more. Transform your build from a standard rendition to a near-authentic representation of the Cessna O-2A Skymaster, renowned for its push-pull twin-engine layout and service in observation, reconnaissance, and forward air control roles. Produced from 0.15 mm brass, this set includes two photo-etch plates (one featuring a color-etched dashboard) plus a full-color instruction manual, containing 48 unique parts. By assembling these precision components, you bring your Cessna O-2A Skymaster model to life, wowing onlookers with the details that reflect the Skymaster’s distinctive design and operational versatility. 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 Cessna O-2A Skymaster 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 wanting cockpit and structural enhancements on a unique twin-boom Cessna
- Diorama builders depicting observation missions, forward air control staging, or maintenance scenes
- Collectors craving a show-stopping representation of this push-pull aerial workhorse
- Vietnam War & modern observation aircraft enthusiasts focusing on key Skymaster design elements
Benefits
- Enhanced Authenticity: Showcases cockpit instrument panels, seatbelts, mirrors, structural frames, and more, achieving a near-realistic Cessna O-2A
- Durable Material: 0.15 mm brass ensuring crisp, fine lines and resilient photo-etched parts
- Comprehensive Layout: 48 unique pieces upgrading both interior and exterior aspects crucial to the Skymaster’s performance
- Medium Difficulty: A rewarding improvement for modelers reproducing a storied observation plane used in conflict zones and beyond
Product Details
| Manufacturer | Microdesign |
|---|---|
| Product Code | MD048010 |
| Compatibility | Cessna O-2A Skymaster by ICM |
| Scale | 1/48 |
| Material | Brass 0.15 mm |
| Number of Unique Parts | 48 |
| Difficulty Level | Medium |
Kit Composition
- Two photo-etched brass plates featuring a color-etched dashboard plate, seatbelts, window frames, structural supports, and more
- Full-color instruction manual for straightforward part placement
- 48 precisely etched parts highlighting cockpit refinements and external Skymaster details
Applications
Ideal for refining:
- Observation or reconnaissance dioramas featuring the push-pull twin-engine plane in operational settings
- Maintenance or pre-flight scenes demonstrating cockpit clarity and landing gear specifics
- Collector’s models craving museum-quality representation of a versatile liaison aircraft
Historical Background
The Cessna O-2A Skymaster, developed in the 1960s, rose to prominence as a crucial observation, reconnaissance, and forward air control aircraft for the U.S. military during the Vietnam War and beyond. Distinguished by its unique push-pull twin-engine configuration (one mounted at the nose and another at the rear of the fuselage), the Skymaster boasted excellent visibility, maneuverability, and short takeoff/landing capabilities. Deployed under the call sign “FAC” (Forward Air Controller), it supported ground troops by marking targets and directing strike aircraft. Its robust airframe and adaptable design further cemented its role in post-conflict scenarios, from border patrol to search-and-rescue missions, underscoring Cessna’s legacy in light aircraft innovation. By assembling these photo-etched brass enhancements in your ICM O-2A kit, you celebrate the Skymaster’s storied operational past and niche aerodynamic layout, ensuring a faithful portrayal of an unsung hero in military aviation history.
How to Use
Follow these steps for a polished observation aircraft build:
- Remove any molded plastic detail where photo-etch components will attach (cockpit panels, fuselage structures, windows, etc.).
- Use fine nippers or a blade to carefully detach each brass piece from the fret.
- Bend or shape parts in line with the full-color instructions, ensuring accurate alignment.
- Secure them with cyanoacrylate (CA) glue or a suitable adhesive.
- Prime and paint consistent with your chosen livery or historical camouflage scheme.
- Consult references of O-2A service variants to finalize part placement and color choices.
Why Choose Imodeller's MD048010? ?
- Push-Pull Precision: Replicates cockpit consoles, seatbelts, windows, structural details, and landing gear, capturing the O-2A’s unique form
- High-Quality Brass: 0.15 mm brass guaranteeing crisp, meticulously etched parts for a durable finish
- Comprehensive Refinement: 48 unique pieces focusing on interior and exterior Skymaster features
- Medium Difficulty: A noteworthy upgrade for modelers depicting a vital observer aircraft’s intricacies
Upgrade Your Cessna O-2A Skymaster Model with Color & Precision!
Elevate your FAC or reconnaissance aircraft build using these photo-etched details. Order now and faithfully capture the O-2A’s operational spirit in your next masterpiece!
Shipping Information
Item Location: USA
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