CEM48027 1/48 AH-1 Cobra Super Set For ICM TOW Equipped Kit Models

Description: Listing for CEM48027 1/48 AH-1 Cobra Super Set For ICM Special Hobby TOW Equipped Kit ModelsThe ICM / Special Hobby kit is a great model and a superb base for replicating in miniature the formidable Cobra helicopter in G and Q variant. Unfortunately the kit has some shortcomings and that is were this set steps in. This set was designed by me based on self initiative to bring out more detail in ICM's fantastic Cobra helicopter kit. The large glass canopy lays out an open area that just begs for detail to show through. With advice and reference material from other modellers and cobra pilots and from my own collection...this set will enhance your kit and bring it one step closer to looking like the real machine. So what does this set all offer? -Replacement pilots coaming with full rivet/screw detail, raised and recessed relief panels where the kits is almost flat and featureless. -Full replacement option for TSU with fastener detail and two options, one with covered lens and one without. Kit lenses will fit the replacement parts.Drop in replacement after removing carrier material. -Replacement Gunners TSU sight with refined detail and includes both directional control handle and remote for TOW missile launcher were the kit part omitted these details. -New correctly shaped engine scoops. ICM's counterparts just do not capture the look very well and are ackwardly shaped. The replacement correct this area. -New vane on dorsal area has rivet detail and gussets on each side and are a better replacement for the plastic slab provide in the kit. -Replacement IR signature dissipating exhaust diverter in the kit is molded in two halve and cleaning up the seam inside and out is not easily remedied. Part does not have any rivet detail in any manner and but joins right up to the back half of the kits exhaust molded onto the fuselage halves. This is incorrect. The replacement part accurately reflects the smooth seamless transition right up to the rear engine fairing. Note...sanding or filing away the small exhaust ring on the rear of the fuselage engine panels is necessary to fit this part like it is in real life. -Several additional cockpit details are supplied like the rear pilots bulkhead electrical box not supplied in the kit, canopy jettison T-handles and manual canopy breakers can be optionally installed. -Complete new turret. Kit turret has some beefy panel lines where none exist, no latch and hinge detail and for some reason supplies blanking plates on the bottom of the turret (probably mimiced from a museaum piece). The replacement turret, if glued together just right allows even the gun carriage to pivot up and down. Optionally at least you can glue the assembly with guns deflected should you want. Parts are provided to display the inner works showing from beneath. There are both left and right handed parts provided should you choose only to mount miniguns in the turret. Also provide are minigun barrels with the bullet trap installed. Instructions. Part can be removed easily using a #11 x-acto blade. Dust mask and appropriate eye wear protection is necessary. Please wear the during processing of parts. Glue together using Cyanocrylate Glue or UV curing resin.Check out my store for other neat items related to scale modeling.Shipping available to CONUS, Australia, Canada, Germany, and United Kingdom only. Sold "has is". No returns. Use images and instructions to judge if this set is for you. Shipping is $8 flat fee for any one or more resin items I offer (designated CEM) within the US. International Is CalculatedAll sales final, no returns. Use images to judge if this set is for you.Thanks for looking.

Price: 23 USD

Location: Madison, Wisconsin

End Time: 2024-10-01T03:03:39.000Z

Shipping Cost: 8 USD