MiG-29 Izdelye 9-13 Photo Etched Accessories for Zvezda Kit - 1:72 Eduard

[Paul A H]

MiG-29 Izdelye 9-13 Photo Etched Accessories for Zvezda Kit

1:72 Eduard

Zvezda have a fairly long tradition of releasing accurate, buildable kits of Soviet/Russian subjects, and their MiG-29 kits are no exception. Well received by the modelling community, the kits are accurate and compete well with the (also new and also very good) kits from Trumpeter. Now Eduard have released a set of photo etched parts to complement the basic kit.

MiG-29 Izdelye 9-13 Photo Etched Detail Set for Zvezda Kit

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This set includes two frets of photo etched parts. The first fret contains pre-painted parts for detailing the cockpit and includes harnesses, pull handles and a cushion for the ejection seat, as well as details for the instrument panel, cockpit sidewalls, control column, rudder pedals, canopy and HUD unit. The second fret is unpainted and contains further parts for the cockpit, such as the rear cockpit decking, as well as details for the rest of the airframe. The landing gear gets hydraulic lines and a mud guard, there are the automated guards for the engine air intakes and afterburner flame holders for the other end of the engines. There are also details for the missile rails, which is helpful if you wish to finish your model without a full load of weapons. Smaller details include a host of small aerials and plates to dot around the airframe.

MiG-29 Izdelye 9-13 Pre-Cut Masks for Zvezda Kit

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Eduard have also released a set of pre-cut paint masks for the cockpit canopy and wheels. If you've used these items before then you'll know exactly what to expect reliable items which can save you a bit of time and effort if you are that way inclined. They are a bit of a luxury on a small model like this, so whether you use them or not will be your own judgement call.

Conclusion

Good as Zvezda's MiG-29 might be, there are always limitations to what can be achieved with injection moulded plastic. Eduard have recognised this and delivered a suite of nice upgrades that should please every modeller keen to make the most of this kit. Recommended.

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[IGKent]

Great review Paul!