Aerobonus 480118 Russian Fighter Pilot WWII with seat for La-5 1/48

Aerobonus 480118 Russian Fighter Pilot WWII with seat for La-5 1/48 is a high-quality accessory designed to enhance model kits of Soviet World War II aircraft in 1/48 scale. It is specifically dedicated to the popular Lavochkin La-5 fighter, one of the most important Soviet aircraft used on the Eastern Front.

Product Features

• The 1/48 scale model fits perfectly with popular La-5 kits from brands such as Eduard or Zvezda.
• The set includes a realistic figure of a Soviet military pilot from World War II, along with a highly detailed pilot seat for the La-5 aircraft.
• The product is made of top-quality resin, providing sharp details and precise rendering of the uniform, equipment, and the distinctive seat from the La-5 cockpit.
• The figure easily fits inside the cockpit, allowing for an impressive display with either a closed or open canopy.
• The number of parts allows for quick and clean assembly, and minimal processing is required, avoiding typical mold lines found on plastic figures.
• The product is intended for painting – it is not factory painted.
• The figure depicts a Red Army pilot in the typical disciplined uniform used between 1941 and 1945.

Historical Information

The Lavochkin La-5 was one of the most effective USSR aircraft during World War II, forming the backbone of Soviet frontline aviation from 1942 onwards. Used mainly on the Eastern Front, it participated in numerous air operations such as the Battle of Kursk, engagements over Smolensk, and offensives into German territory.

Category and Recommendation

• Category: resin figure for 1/48 scale model kits
• Assembly difficulty: 2/5 – recommended for modelers of all skill levels, from beginner to intermediate. Only basic resin cleanup and painting are required.
• An ideal addition for modelers seeking to increase the realism of their WWII dioramas and aircraft models.

We recommend the Aerobonus 480118 set to all enthusiasts of Soviet aviation and collectors of historical models. The realistic pilot figure with cockpit seat details will add a unique character to any 1/48 scale La-5 model.