Eduard FE1356 Mi-8MT TRUMPETER 1/48 – Photoetched Parts Set for Helicopter

Eduard FE1356 is a unique detail-up set dedicated to the 1/48 scale Trumpeter Mi-8MT (also known as Mi-17) plastic helicopter model. This specialist kit is intended for modelers who expect maximum realism and meticulous reproduction of interior details and equipment. The use of photoetched parts and resin components allows for a significant increase in detail level compared to the original kit.

• Scale: 1/48
• Category: Detail-up set – photoetched and resin parts (model accessories)
• Manufacturing material: Precisely made photoetched sheets and high-quality resin; dedicated for plastic models
• Manufacturer: Eduard

Mi-8MT/Mi-17 is a versatile Russian multirole helicopter used from the late 1970s (Cold War era) up to the present day. Its operators include armies and services worldwide, e.g. Russia, Ukraine, Poland, India, Brazil, as well as numerous NATO countries and African states. The Mi-8MT/Mi-17 has been involved in, among others, war operations in Afghanistan, Syria, and Ukraine, serving transport, medevac, rescue, and combat roles. It stands as a symbol of reliability and technological advancement among rotorcraft of the Eastern Bloc.

The Eduard FE1356 set includes, among others, detailed photoetched seatbelts for the crew seats, levers, instrument panel, finely designed cockpit panels and fittings, as well as interior accessories that will significantly enrich the Trumpeter model with a realistic appearance true to the actual helicopter.

We particularly recommend this set for advanced modelers striving for perfection and replication of even the smallest details. This detail-up is dedicated to those already familiar with working with photoetch and resin, aware of the need for precise and delicate handling – we rate the assembly difficulty at 4/5.

The Eduard FE1356 add-on is an excellent choice for all military aviation enthusiasts, especially those building collections of machines from the Cold War period and modern military operations. It guarantees a high level of realism and great satisfaction with the final effect!