Eduard SS145 SBD 1/72 HASEGAWA – detail set for the Douglas SBD Dauntless model aircraft

The Eduard SS145 SBD 1/72 set is designed for advanced detailing of the Hasegawa 1:72 scale plastic model of the Douglas SBD Dauntless aircraft. This is a high-quality modeling accessory that allows you to significantly enhance the realism and level of detail of this replica of one of the most famous American dive bombers of World War II.

• Scale: 1:72 – perfect for military aircraft model collectors from this era, as well as modelers building naval and aerial battle dioramas.
• Intended use: The set is dedicated exclusively to Hasegawa’s SBD Dauntless kits.
• Material: The set is made from precision photo-etched metal (photo-etched parts), allowing for accurate reproduction of cockpit details and other key parts of the aircraft in small scale. The parts are both durable and extremely thin, making integration with plastic components easy.
• Set contents: Eduard SS145 includes, among others, a complete set of detailed seat belts, instrument panel parts, cockpit side panels, small details imitating the internal cockpit installations, rudder pedals, and various micro-additions responsible for a realistic interior appearance.
• Historical period: The Douglas SBD Dauntless aircraft was the main US Navy dive bomber during World War II (years 1940–1945), participating in Pacific battles such as the famous Battle of Midway in 1942.
• User country: United States of America.
• Category: Detail set for plastic scale models, photo-etched parts.

We especially recommend this set to intermediate and experienced modelers who expect maximum realism in miniature replicas of historical aircraft and are ready to invest time into precisely assembling tiny photo-etched components. Upgrading the cockpit interior greatly enhances the finish level of the SBD Dauntless model, giving the effect of a professional modeling workshop.

Assembly difficulty level: 3/5. Recommended for modelers who already have some experience working with photo-etched parts.

Eduard SS145 SBD 1/72 is a product with many positive reviews, thanks to which the Hasegawa model gains a new, realistic dimension. If you care about an exceptionally authentic cockpit appearance and exhibition-worthy quality, this set is an excellent choice.