Eduard 49995 Il-2m3 interior 1/48 TAMIYA – photo-etched detail set for interior

Eduard 49995 Il-2m3 interior 1/48 TAMIYA is a high-quality photo-etched accessories set dedicated to the Ilyushin Il-2m3 ground attack aircraft model in 1/48 scale by Tamiya. Offered by the Czech company Eduard, this set enables a significant enhancement of cockpit detailing, providing faithful reproduction of even the smallest details of the original. Thanks to the use of photo-etched metal (painted stainless steel and blue steel), the modeler can achieve details unattainable with traditional plastic parts.

Historical Context – Ilyushin Il-2m3

The Ilyushin Il-2m3 aircraft was one of the most important Soviet heavy ground-attack aircraft of World War II. It took part in key operations on the Eastern Front, playing a major role during the Battle of Kursk, the liberation of Belarus, and the fighting for Berlin. Mass-produced in the USSR between 1943–1945, the Il-2m3 was known for its solid construction and powerful armament, earning the nickname "flying tank" among the Allies.

Technical Details of the Eduard 49995 Set

• Scale: 1/48 – precisely fits the Tamiya Il-2m3 model
• Country of original use: USSR (Soviet Union)
• Material: highest-quality photo-etched metal sheet (painted and unpainted)
• Contains assembling and painting parts that require the use of cyanoacrylate glue (CA)
• Includes colored elements (e.g., seat belts, instrument panel)
• Designed for accurate representation of the cockpit and pilot cabin interior
• No modification of the basic plastic model required
• The set does not include the plastic aircraft model (sold separately)

Product Category and Recommendation

Category: Scale model accessories – photo-etched set for 1/48 scale aircraft models.
Recommended for: The product is especially recommended for advanced modelers and intermediate hobbyists seeking to significantly improve the realism of the Tamiya Il-2m3 model. Thanks to its precision, the set is ideal for competition-level builds and historical dioramas for collectors.

Assembly difficulty: 4/5. The set requires experience working with delicate metal parts and skill in painting and assembling fine details.