Eduard 3DL48287 - 1:48 PBY-5A exterior Space 3D Decals

SPACE 3D decal set Eduard for the PBY-5A Catalina (Eduard / Revell) in 1/48 scale

Eduard 3DL48287 is a set of self-adhesive SPACE 3D decals reproducing exterior details designed for the PBY-5A Catalina (Eduard / Revell) in 1/48 scale. The set is tailored to this specific kit and raises the level of detail and accuracy of the model.

What's in the box:

• Sheet of self-adhesive 3D decals reproducing exterior skin details
• Illustrated instructions

Set specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Catalogue number: 3DL48287
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Dedicated kit: Eduard / Revell PBY-5A Catalina
• Set type: 3D decals (SPACE)
• Material / technology: self-adhesive 3D decals

SPACE 3D decals – three-dimensional exterior detail

SPACE are self-adhesive 3D decals printed on a clear carrier that create raised, multi-coloured detail. In this version they reproduce exterior details (such as placards, stencils and fine skin elements) as 3D decals, without separate photo-etched parts.

The decals are applied like ordinary waterslide decals onto a prepared surface for a realistic effect without painting fine details.

About the aircraft – Consolidated PBY-5A Catalina:

The Consolidated PBY Catalina is one of the most famous American flying boats of World War II – a twin-engine parasol-wing aircraft used for maritime patrol, anti-submarine warfare, air-sea rescue and transport.

The PBY-5A was an amphibian fitted with retractable wheeled landing gear, allowing it to operate from both water and land runways. The Catalina was renowned for its long range and endurance; aircraft in USAAF service were designated OA-10A.

Original specifications (Consolidated PBY-5A):

• Wingspan: approx. 31.7 m
• Length: approx. 19.5 m
• Powerplant: 2 x Pratt & Whitney R-1830 Twin Wasp radial, approx. 1,200 hp each
• Maximum speed: approx. 314 km/h
• Range: approx. 4,000 km
• Crew: 8–10
• Armament: defensive machine guns and up to approx. 1,800 kg of bombs or depth charges

About the manufacturer – Eduard:

Eduard is a Czech company founded in 1989 and one of the world's best-known manufacturers of modelling accessories. It is renowned for photo-etched parts, self-adhesive masks, SPACE 3D decals and resin and 3D-printed Brassin details, as well as its own plastic kits. Eduard's range includes upgrades tailored to specific kits from many manufacturers, allowing modellers to raise the level of detail on their builds quickly and conveniently.