1/48 MiG-25 'Exterior' (ICM) Photo-Etched Detailing Kit (Microdesign MD048211) 

What Is It?

Enhance the look and realism of your MiG-25 scale model with this incredible photo-etched detailing set, meticulously designed to fit the ICM 1/48 scale kit. Developed in the late 1960s, the MiG-25 (NATO codename “Foxbat”) rose to prominence as a high-speed, high-altitude interceptor, specifically crafted to counter the perceived threat of supersonic American bombers and reconnaissance aircraft. Transform your build from a standard representation into a near-authentic portrayal of this formidable Soviet jet, capable of cruising at Mach 2.8+ and operating at altitudes above 70,000 feet. With its advanced radar and powerful twin engines, the MiG-25’s silhouette remained an enduring symbol of the Cold War era’s race for aerial supremacy. Made from 0.15 mm brass, this set includes three photo-etch boards plus color instructions, providing 60+ unique parts. This kit focuses primarily on the jet’s exterior, offering refined enhancements for engine nozzles, engine nacelles, air vents, wing components, landing gear parts, hinges, straps, and many other intricate items essential to capturing the MiG-25’s iconic lines and imposing airframe. 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 MiG-25 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. By integrating these high-precision brass additions, you replicate, with accuracy and finesse, the Foxbat’s robust structure and superlative performance features, effectively bringing your model to life for all to admire.

Who Is It Intended For?

This photo-etch detailing set is perfect for:

• Beginner to intermediate modelers aiming to enhance the MiG-25’s distinctive exterior with refined detail
• Diorama builders highlighting Cold War reconnaissance or interception missions featuring the Foxbat
• Collectors searching for a show-stopping finish revealing Soviet aerospace engineering
• Jet enthusiasts underscoring the MiG-25’s high-speed capabilities and role in strategic defense

Benefits

1. Exterior Refinement: Upgrades engine nozzles, nacelles, air vents, wings, landing gear, hinges, straps, etc., achieving near-realistic structural detail
2. High-Quality Brass: 0.15 mm brass guaranteeing crisp, finely etched components suited for painting and assembly
3. 60+ Unique Pieces: Three photo-etch boards refining key MiG-25 exterior elements for a museum-grade finish
4. Medium Difficulty: A rewarding project for modelers celebrating the Foxbat’s legacy in high-altitude interception and reconnaissance

Product Details

Kit Composition

• Three photo-etch brass boards featuring engine nozzles, engine nacelles, air vents, wing components, landing gear details, hinges, straps, and more
• Color instruction manual guiding precise placement and assembly

Applications

Perfect for upgrading:

• Cold War-era interceptor dioramas highlighting the MiG-25’s roles in high-speed reconnaissance and air defense
• Collector’s models seeking a show-stopping exterior illustration of advanced Soviet jet engineering
• Exhibition builds focusing on the MiG-25’s aerodynamic design and high-thrust twin-engine power

Historical Background

The MiG-25 "Foxbat", emerging in the late 1960s, revolutionized air defense concepts with its blazing speed—surpassing Mach 2.8—and stratospheric operating ceiling, addressing Soviet concerns over potential American supersonic bombers. Over time, the MiG-25 took on varied sub-roles: reconnaissance, interceptor, and high-speed research. Although overshadowed by subsequent Soviet designs with improved maneuverability, the Foxbat carved a niche in the Cold War’s strategic defense framework. Its robust fuselage, massive twin engines, and advanced radar systems tested the limits of aeronautical engineering, prompting Western powers to develop high-speed interceptors and updated detection methods. Despite technological leaps in fighter jets, the MiG-25 remained pivotal in various air forces for decades, exemplifying an era defined by unprecedented speed and altitude ambitions. By incorporating these photo-etched brass upgrades into your MiG-25 model, you celebrate the USSR’s commitment to high-speed intercept design, capturing the Foxbat’s raw engineering brilliance that once redefined high-altitude aerial performance and reconnaissance capabilities.

How to Use

Follow these steps for a spectacular MiG-25 build:

1. Remove any molded plastic detail where photo-etched elements (engine nozzles, landing gear, vents, etc.) will attach.
2. Detach parts from the three etched boards using a sharp blade or fine nippers.
3. Bend or shape each item per the color instructions, ensuring alignment on the fuselage, wings, and engine structures.
4. Use cyanoacrylate (CA) glue or an equivalent adhesive to fix them, checking references for correct orientation of vents, hinges, and nozzles.
5. Prime and paint in typical Soviet gray, silver, or camouflaged liveries referencing actual MiG-25 service patterns.
6. Review historical photos for finishing touches, weathering, and insignia marking consistent with specific Foxbat variants.

Why Choose Imodeller's MD048211? ?

• Exterior Focus: Targeting essential MiG-25 structural and aerodynamic components, ensuring an iconic Foxbat silhouette
• Precision Brass Material: 0.15 mm thickness delivers crisp, durable etched parts that handle both painting and assembly
• 60+ Detailed Pieces: Three photo-etch boards refining everything from engine nacelles to landing gear for a striking final product
• Medium Complexity: A fulfilling undertaking for modelers highlighting the MiG-25’s high-speed intercept heritage

Upgrade Your MiG-25 "Foxbat" Model with Unrivaled Exterior Detail & Cold War Aerial Supremacy!

Elevate your MiG-25 interceptor build using these finely etched brass parts. Order now and commemorate the MiG-25’s era-defining speed, altitude prowess, and formidable strategic role!

Shipping Information

Item Location: USA

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