Cabine IL-2 (étoile)

1/48 IL-2 Model. 1941 'Cabin' (Zvezda) Photo-Etched Detailing Kit (Microdesign MD048006)

What Is It?

Elevate the look and realism of your IL-2 Model 1941 scale model with this meticulously crafted photo-etched detailing set, specifically designed to fit the Zvezda 1/48 scale kit. This kit focuses on upgrading the cabin, offering intricate photo-etched parts that replace or augment your cockpit, such as colored instrument panels, gear gauges, seatbelts, side panels, and numerous other intricate cabin components. Transform your build from a standard representation into a near-authentic portrayal of the IL-2’s cockpit, capturing the essence of a formidable ground-attack aircraft that became legendary on the Eastern Front. Crafted from brass (0.15 mm) and nickel silver (0.12 mm), this set includes three photo-etch plates (one of which is in color, for the dashboard and side panels) plus a full-color instruction manual. Featuring 57 unique parts, these durable metal elements replicate, with precision and accuracy, the cockpit details of the real IL-2 Model 1941, effectively bringing your model to life for all to admire. 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 IL-2 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 cockpit upgrade set is perfect for:

• Beginner to intermediate modelers looking to enhance their IL-2 kit with authentic interior details
• Diorama builders depicting Eastern Front aviation scenes where cockpit realism is paramount
• Collectors seeking a show-stopping Soviet ground-attack aircraft for historical exhibits
• WWII aircraft enthusiasts focusing on the IL-2’s iconic "Flying Tank" cabin design for a more immersive build

Benefits

1. Cabin-Focused Authenticity: Refines instrument panels, seatbelts, gear gauges, side panels, and more, delivering near-realistic cockpit detail
2. Durable Metal Parts: Brass (0.15 mm) and nickel silver (0.12 mm) ensuring crisp, precisely etched features that withstand handling
3. Comprehensive Scope: Three photo-etch plates (including a color dashboard plate) covering essential cockpit structures for a transformative model upgrade
4. Medium Difficulty: A rewarding project for modelers seeking to bring out the IL-2’s interior personality and fortitude

Product Details

Kit Composition

• Three photo-etched metal plates (including a color dashboard plate) detailing seatbelts, gear gauges, instrument panels, side panels, and more
• Full-color instruction manual ensuring precision and correct alignment of components

Applications

Ideal for enhancing:

• Eastern Front dioramas featuring the IL-2’s close-support battlefield role
• Collector’s builds wanting a standout cockpit display behind the IL-2’s iconic armor
• Showcase models emphasizing the “Flying Tank’s” interior complexity in historically accurate form

Historical Background

The IL-2 Shturmovik, unveiled in the late 1930s and further refined by 1941, rose to prominence as a ground-attack powerhouse critical to the Soviet war effort. Its robust armor plating and low-level strike capabilities earned it the nickname “Flying Tank.” The cockpit’s design placed strong emphasis on pilot protection, situational awareness, and straightforward instrumentation for rapid, close support missions. Despite encountering fierce anti-aircraft fire, pilots braved the cramped cockpit, leveraging the IL-2’s formidable armaments to destroy tanks, artillery, and troop positions. As a vital part of the Red Army Air Force’s arsenal, the IL-2 made an indelible impact on the Eastern Front, rewriting the blueprint for armored warplanes. By incorporating these cabin-specific photo-etched elements, you honor the IL-2’s storied evolution and the cockpit’s critical function in securing Soviet air superiority during WWII’s most pivotal battles.

How to Use

Follow these steps for a cockpit of unmatched realism:

1. Remove or sand down any molded plastic detail where photo-etch cabin parts will be applied (instrument panels, side panels, seat harness areas, etc.).
2. Detach the metal pieces from the frets using fine nippers or a blade.
3. Refer to the full-color instructions to bend or shape components, ensuring precision placement.
4. Apply cyanoacrylate (CA) glue or another suitable adhesive to secure them firmly.
5. Prime and paint in alignment with authentic Soviet cockpit colors (grayish-blue, black, or reference materials from the era).
6. Consult historical references for final coloration and weathering, illustrating the Shturmovik’s rugged battlefield service.

Why Choose Imodeller's MD048006? ?

• Cabin-Focused Mastery: Recreates the IL-2’s iconic cockpit layout—from instrument panels to seatbelts—for a jaw-dropping interior
• Durable Metal Elements: Brass (0.15 mm) & Nickel Silver (0.12 mm) ensuring robust, meticulously etched parts
• Thorough Cabin Coverage: 57 unique parts across three photo-etch plates capturing essential cockpit details
• Medium Difficulty: An enriching project for modelers highlighting the lethal synergy of pilot and machine in the IL-2

Upgrade Your IL-2 Cabin with Unrivaled Detail & Authentic “Flying Tank” Character!

Elevate your WWII Soviet aircraft build using these expertly rendered photo-etched components. Order now and showcase the IL-2’s cockpit design that dominated the Eastern Front!

Shipping Information

Item Location: USA

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