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CBU-87 Cluster Bombs - 1:72 Eduard Brassin


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CBU-87 (672127)

1:72 Eduard Brassin

 

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The CBU-87 or Cluster Bomb Unit was a free-fall sub-munitions dispenser brought in to replace the older model in the 80s, which has flip-out stabilising fins, and can drop up to 202 bomb-lets to cover a minimum 20m2 area with a variety of types of explosive canister.  Whilst their use is banned in many countries due to their lingering effects on civilian population when unexploded ordnance is stumbled upon by the unwary, they are still used by the US and some other countries who did not sign the agreement.

 

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The set arrives in the familiar Brassin box, with the resin parts safely cocooned on dark grey foam inserts.  There are six canisters in the box, with separate tail-fins that fit with a butt-joint to the main body.  The fins are depicted folded for carriage, and as well as the resin parts there are copious stencils & markings to apply to the bodies, and as usual a painting and decaling guide is printed on the front of the instructions, with colour call-outs in Gunze codes.  Detail on the fins and bomb bodies is excellent, with different types of rivets evident on the casing, plus a fine rendition of the folded fins.  You will need to remove the bombs from the casting stubs with a fine saw, and if you are concerned about the butt-joints fitting well, simply make the centres concave to reduce the likelihood of this happening.  As usual, take the precaution of wearing a mask when cutting or sanding resin, as the tiny particles are harmful to your health if breathed in.  Washing the parts in warm water will also improve the adhesion of paint, as there may still be some moulding release agent on the parts when you receive them.

 

Conclusion.

These are highly detailed units and the addition of full markings will make sure they contribute to the look of your 1:72 build. Highly recommended. 

 

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