Eduard 672117 Fw 190A-5 engine EDUARD 1/72 – resin engine for Focke-Wulf 190A-5

The Eduard 672117 Fw 190A-5 engine EDUARD 1/72 resin set is a high-quality accessory designed for the Focke-Wulf Fw 190A-5 aircraft model in the popular 1/72 scale. This specialized kit from Eduard is part of the prestigious Brassin series and perfectly replicates the details of the power unit of the German WWII fighter. The set is dedicated to modelers seeking realistic details and the highest level of historical accuracy.

Technical information:

• Scale: 1/72
• Country of use: Third Reich (Germany)
• Historical period: World War II (Fw 190A-5 debut – 1943)
• Category: Resin model – detail set for assembly (model accessory)
• Number of parts: 21 (resin), photo-etched elements
• Add-ons: photo-etched details, no painting masks, no decals
• Material: high-quality resin, photo-etched metal parts

Set features:

Eduard 672117 is a set that enables faithful reproduction of the BMW 801 D-2 engine, which powered the Fw 190A-5 – one of the most important German frontline fighters of 1943-1945. The Fw 190A-5 fought on, among others, the Eastern Front, in Normandy, and over Berlin. The precisely engineered 21 resin parts include the engine block, wiring, frame elements, and a comprehensive set of photo-etched details enabling the replication of even the smallest elements such as pipelines and clamps. Assembly requires basic skills in working with resin models and photo-etched parts.

Application and recommendation:

The set is ideal for modelers who own a 1/72 scale Fw 190A-5 model (e.g., Eduard, Airfix, Revell) and wish to enhance its historical accuracy. Recommended for both intermediate and experienced hobbyists, especially those interested in aircraft dioramas and "open engine bay" displays. The assembly difficulty is rated at 4/5 – recommended for those familiar with working with resin and photo-etch. The set does not include painting instructions but offers vast possibilities for customization and weathering.

Why choose Eduard 672117?

• High level of detail – maximum resemblance to the original engine
• Manufactured from high-quality resin
• Enhances the collector and display value of the finished model
• Suitable for enthusiasts of WWII aviation history