MD550001 Microdesign 1/550 Photo-etch Set for TAVKR Kiev/Minsk (Trumpeter)

SKU: MD550001

Scale: 1/550


Made specifically to enhance the scale model:

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Overview

High-detail photo-etched brass upgrade set designed for the TAVKR Kiev/Minsk aircraft carrier kits by Trumpeter in 1/550 scale. Manufactured from 0.15 mm brass, this set enhances fine structural and deck details beyond what is possible with standard plastic parts. The set includes one photo-etched fret and a full-color instruction sheet. Complexity level is high.

What This Set Is For

  • Detail enhancement of Trumpeter TAVKR Kiev/Minsk kits
  • Replacing or refining scale-thick plastic details
  • Experienced ship modelers seeking higher realism

Compatibility

  • Trumpeter 05207
  • Trumpeter 05206

Best Use & Build Tips

Carefully remove photo-etched parts using a sharp blade or dedicated PE shears. Use fine tweezers for positioning. Attach parts with CA glue (superglue). Pre-painting some elements may simplify installation. Recommended for advanced modelers due to part count and complexity.

Specifications

Brand Microdesign
SKU MD550001
Scale 1/550
Product type Photo-etch set
Category Aircraft carriers

Why Modelers Choose It

  • Thin 0.15 mm brass for scale-accurate appearance
  • 83 unique photo-etched parts in one set
  • Designed specifically for Trumpeter kits
  • Includes clear, full-color instructions

About the Brand: Microdesign

Microdesign (TPO “Mikrodizain”) is a premier Russian manufacturer of high‑quality photo‑etched detail sets for scale modeling, officially represented in the United States and North America by Imodeller LLC.

The company specializes in precision brass parts for aircraft, armor, ships, and vehicles. Offering a massive catalog of sets in scales from 1:35 to 1:72 and beyond, Microdesign parts are perfectly tailored for popular kit brands such as Zvezda, Trumpeter, Hobby Boss, ICM, Tamiya, Meng, and many more.

Uncompromising Precision & Quality

Many experienced modelers report that Microdesign photo‑etch matches or even exceeds similar sets from other well‑known international brands in terms of scale precision, fine detail quality, and overall ease of assembly.

With a dedicated warehouse in New York maintaining a nearly complete Microdesign product line, we ensure fast US shipping and reliable local support for modelers wanting to upgrade their builds with premium Russian‑made photo‑etched details.