1/144 Boeing 737-8 MAX (Zvezda) Photo-etched detailing kit
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Made specifically to enhance the scale model: (Zvezda) 7019
Scale: 1/144
1/144 Boeing 737-8 MAX (Zvezda) Photo-Etched Detailing Kit (Microdesign MD144218)
What Is It?
Elevate the look and realism of your Boeing 737-8 MAX scale model with this exquisite photo-etched detailing set, meticulously designed for Zvezda’s 1/144 scale kit. This collection transforms multiple exterior sections, offering finely etched brass components such as engine nozzles and propeller elements, landing gear refinements, fuselage and wing panels, cockpit and window details, exquisitely formed antennas, flap details, and more. Transform your build from a basic rendition to a near-accurate portrayal of this modern narrow-body airliner, renowned for its improved performance and refined design cues. Crafted from 0.17 mm brass, this detailing kit provides a photo-etch board and color instructions, featuring 42 unique parts. By installing these precision-engineered elements, you bring your Boeing 737-8 MAX model to life, captivating onlookers with the touches that mimic the cutting-edge engineering of one of the world’s most recognizable commercial jets. 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 Boeing 737-8 MAX 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 aiming to enhance cockpit and exterior details in a leading Boeing airliner
- Diorama builders depicting airport tarmac scenes, maintenance operations, or boarding scenarios
- Collectors wanting a show-stopping 737-8 MAX with refined outer surfaces
- Civil aviation enthusiasts highlighting key aerodynamic and propulsion improvements of the MAX program
Benefits
- Enhanced Authenticity: Provides engine nozzles, propeller elements, landing gear refinements, fuselage panels, window frames, and more, achieving a near-realistic 737-8 MAX exterior
- Premium Brass Material: 0.17 mm brass ensuring crisp, detailed photo-etched parts
- Comprehensive Scope: 42 unique parts upgrading multiple external sections critical to a modern Boeing design
- Beginner-Level Ease: A straightforward yet impressive addition for modelers capturing a state-of-the-art single-aisle airliner
Product Details
| Manufacturer | Microdesign |
|---|---|
| Product Code | MD144218 |
| Compatibility | Boeing 737-8 MAX by Zvezda |
| Scale | 1/144 |
| Material | Brass 0.17 mm |
| Number of Unique Parts | 42 |
| Difficulty Level | Beginner |
Kit Composition
- One photo-etched brass board featuring engine nozzles & propeller pieces, landing gear details, fuselage panels, windows, antenna, flaps, and more
- Color instructions offering clear assembly steps
- 42 intricately etched parts focusing on the Boeing 737-8 MAX’s modern exterior features
Applications
Perfect for enriching:
- Contemporary commercial aviation dioramas illustrating ground operations or passenger boarding
- Maintenance and inspection displays highlighting engines, gear bays, and aerodynamic surfaces
- Collector’s models needing museum-quality detail of Boeing’s next-generation narrow-body design
Historical Background
The Boeing 737 MAX series, launched in the early 2010s, represents a significant evolution of the storied 737 family, originally introduced in the late 1960s. Marked by updated CFM LEAP-1B engines, redesigned winglets, and advanced avionics, the MAX line focuses on improved fuel efficiency and performance. The 737-8 MAX variant, a direct successor to the popular 737-800, stands at the core of this program, enhancing both range and payload capacity for airlines worldwide. Despite facing high-profile challenges during its service entry, the aircraft remains a crucial cornerstone for short-to-medium haul routes, exemplifying Boeing’s commitment to continuous product evolution and operational cost reduction. By incorporating these photo-etched brass elements into your Zvezda 737-8 MAX kit, you underscore the engineering advancements and design refinements that position the MAX family as a mainstay in modern civil aviation.
How to Use
Follow these steps for an enhanced Boeing narrow-body build:
- Remove any molded plastic detail where photo-etch pieces will be installed (engine cowls, landing gear wells, fuselage panels, etc.).
- Use fine nippers or a blade to carefully release each brass component from the fret.
- Bend or shape parts following the color instructions, ensuring precise alignment.
- Secure them with cyanoacrylate (CA) glue or a similar adhesive.
- Prime and paint consistent with your chosen airline livery or standard Boeing factory scheme.
Why Choose Imodeller's MD144218? ?
- State-of-the-Art Detailing: Replicates engine nozzles, fuselage panels, gear refinements, windows, antenna, and flap elements, echoing a modern commercial jet’s silhouette
- High-Quality Brass: 0.17 mm brass guaranteeing durable, intricately etched parts for a contemporary Boeing design
- All-Inclusive Upgrade: 42 unique pieces refining exterior sections crucial to the 737-8 MAX’s efficiency
- Beginner-Friendly: A straightforward yet impactful enhancement for modelers demonstrating modern airliner sophistication
Upgrade Your Boeing 737-8 MAX Model with Color & Precision!
Elevate your modern airliner build using these photo-etched details. Order now and transform your 737-8 MAX kit into a masterpiece that reflects Boeing’s latest engineering achievements!
Shipping Information
Item Location: USA
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