{"product_id":"44265-eduard-72679-victor-k2-sr2-airbrakes-172-airfix","title":"Eduard 72679 Aérofreins Victor K.2\/SR.2 1\/72 AIRFIX","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eEduard 72679 Victor K.2\/SR.2 Airbrakes 1\/72 AIRFIX – Photoetched Airbrake Set\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe Eduard 72679 Victor K.2\/SR.2 airbrakes 1\/72 set is a high-quality accessory dedicated to the plastic model of the Victor K.2\/SR.2 bomber in 1\/72 scale, manufactured by Airfix. This product belongs to the category of \u003cstrong\u003ephotoetched model accessory sets\u003c\/strong\u003e, which are intended to significantly enhance the level of detail and realism of the finished model.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nThe \u003cstrong\u003ephotoetched airbrakes\u003c\/strong\u003e in this set have been designed specifically for the Victor K.2\/SR.2 aircraft—a representative of the British strategic V-bomber series. Victor K.2 and SR.2 were upgraded versions of the British Handley Page Victor bomber, used during the Cold War as both aerial refueling tankers and reconnaissance bombers.\nThe Victor was mainly operated by the \u003cstrong\u003eRoyal Air Force\u003c\/strong\u003e—the air force of the United Kingdom—from the mid-1950s to the early 1990s, especially during periods of heightened Cold War tensions.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nA notable period of intensive Victor K.2 deployment was the Falklands Conflict (1982), during which it played a key role in in-flight refueling for Operation Black Buck.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ededicated scale: \u003cstrong\u003e1\/72\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ematerial: \u003cstrong\u003ephotoetched metal sheet\u003c\/strong\u003e – exceptionally precise and thin components, impossible to replicate in the plastic parts of the standard kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ethe set includes numerous detailed elements allowing you to authentically recreate the Victor K.2\/SR.2 aircraft's airbrakes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecompatible with the AIRFIX model – ensures perfect fit without the need for time-consuming modifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehistorical period: \u003cstrong\u003eCold War, modern era\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ean ideal addition for advanced and intermediate modelers wishing to increase their model's realism\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\nAssessing the \u003cstrong\u003ebuild difficulty level\u003c\/strong\u003e, this set can be classified as 3\/5 – it requires basic experience with photoetched parts, such as bending and precise assembly using CA glue.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eI especially recommend this product to enthusiasts of British Cold War aviation and to modelers for whom the authenticity of small details is a top priority.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Eduard 72679 set will make your Victor K.2\/SR.2 model truly stand out in the display case and significantly increase its exhibition value. It’s an investment in the highest quality detailing to meet the expectations of even the most demanding collectors.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n","brand":"Eduard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54722624127310,"sku":"EDUA72679","price":8.95,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0914\/5149\/0638\/files\/567174f64adbc656cac3ec467f934df9.jpg?v=1755542282","url":"https:\/\/plastmodel.fr\/en\/products\/44265-eduard-72679-victor-k2-sr2-airbrakes-172-airfix","provider":"Plastmodel","version":"1.0","type":"link"}