Eduard CR.42 Upgrade Set, Seatbelts and masks (for ICM kit) 1:32 Eduard

[Julien]

CR.42 Upgrade Set, Seatbelts and masks (for ICM kit)

1:32 Eduard 

 

 

The new CR.42 is the first one in this scale, now Eduard are along with an update set and seatbelts for the kit.

 

Update Set (32979)

This set comprises two sheets of PE, one of which is nickel-plated and painted, the other bare brass.  The first item is a revamp of the kits instrument panels. The side panels are also provided as well as other cockpit instruments and controls. New footways are also provided for the cockpit as well as rudder controls. There are new wheel hubs and a suspension linkage for the tail wheel. There are new ribs for the inside sections which can be seen thorough he cockpit opening. New parts are provided for the engine and gearbox,. Control linkages are supplied for the wings and tail. The last items are new til fins for the kits bombs. 

 

 

 

Zoom Set (32979)

This set just gives the nickel fret from the set above

 

 

 

Seatbelts (33271)

These belts are Photo-Etch (PE) steel, and because of their strength they can be etched from thinner material, which improves realism and flexibility in one sitting.  Coupled with the new painting method that adds perceived extra depth to the buckles and other furniture by shading, they are more realistic looking and will drape better than regular brass PE.  As well as the belts and chain parts there is the pad the seat back included. 

 

 

 

 

masks (JX266)

As well as the small windscreen masks are provided for the wheels.  

 

 

 

Conclusion

The detail added with these sets will doubtless set your model apart from the rest, and you can get any or all sets depending on your area of focus.

 

Highly recommended.

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