Eduard 73547 Shackleton AEW.2 REVELL 1/72 – Photo-Etched Detail Set

Eduard 73547 Shackleton AEW.2 is a high-quality photo-etched parts set designed for the Avro Shackleton AEW.2 model aircraft in 1:72 scale, produced by Revell. This specialist set comes from the renowned Czech manufacturer Eduard, known for the precision and quality of its modeling accessories, which significantly enhance the realism and detail of built models.

Product Features

• Scale: 1:72
• Compatibility: Revell Shackleton AEW.2
• Material: Photo-etched metal sheet
• Category: Detail set for plastic models
• The set includes: Precise cockpit elements, seatbelts, console and instrument panel details, handles as well as undercarriage and external detail components

Historical Background of the Avro Shackleton AEW.2 Aircraft

The Avro Shackleton AEW.2 is a British maritime patrol and airborne early warning aircraft used by the Royal Air Force during the Cold War period. The AEW.2 variant was adapted to serve as a radar early warning aircraft, replacing the retiring Fairey Gannet AEW.3 aircraft. Shackleton AEW.2s served primarily between 1972 and 1991, patrolling the airspace around the British Isles and participating in NATO exercises. It was one of the RAF's last piston-engine aircraft, featuring the characteristic four Rolls-Royce Griffon engine setup.

Why Choose Eduard 73547 Shackleton AEW.2?

• The Eduard 73547 set is intended for advanced modelers who wish to accurately reproduce even the most complex interior and exterior details of the Shackleton AEW.2 model.
• The high quality of the photo-etched parts ensures faithful representation of the finest details, greatly enhancing the realism and aesthetic value of the finished model.
• Historical details of both the cabin equipment and the exterior panels of the AEW.2 version are included.
• The set allows for personalization and improvement of the standard Revell model, taking it to a higher level of sophistication.

Who Is This Set Recommended For?

This product is recommended for experienced modelers (detail assembly difficulty level: 4/5) who are already skilled in working with photo-etched parts and want to increase the detail of their Shackleton AEW.2 replica. The set is also an excellent addition for collectors of British aviation and modelers specializing in Cold War aircraft.