Eduard FE1409 Fulmar Mk. I TRUMPETER 1/48 – Photo-Etched Detail Set

Eduard FE1409 is a high-quality photo-etched detail set designed for the Fulmar Mk. I model by TRUMPETER in 1/48 scale. This product is aimed at demanding modelers who wish to give their model of the historic British naval fighter exceptional realism and enrich it with precise details unattainable with standard plastic parts.

• Scale: 1/48
• Intended for: Fulmar Mk. I model (TRUMPETER)
• Country of original use: United Kingdom
• Historical period: World War II (The Fulmar Mk. I served with the Royal Navy Fleet Air Arm from 1940-1943 and participated in battles in the Mediterranean and Arctic convoys)
• Material: photo-etched metal sheet, selected resin parts
• Category: detail-up set – details for plastic models

The dedicated photo-etched Eduard FE1409 set enables advanced detailing of the Fulmar Mk. I model. It includes, among others, detailed pilot’s seat belts, instrument panel, cockpit components, levers, side panels, and cabin equipment details which significantly increase the model’s accuracy. The addition of resin parts allows for even more faithful reproduction of important structural features. Included in the set are ready-to-use, precisely manufactured parts that greatly surpass the detail level of the original TRUMPETER sprues.

This set is recommended both for advanced modelers and intermediate hobbyists wanting to develop their skills working with photo-etched and resin accessories. Assembly requires precision, basic modeling tools, and in the case of resin parts – appropriate CA (cyanoacrylate) glue.

• Difficulty level: 4/5
• Recommended for: intermediate and advanced aircraft modelers, historical modeling enthusiasts, and collectors of naval aviation models from World War II

By choosing Eduard FE1409, you invest in precision, durability, and faithfulness to historical accuracy. It is an excellent choice for modelers who want their Fulmar Mk. I TRUMPETER 1/48 scale model to stand out among other contest entries and collector’s pieces.