Eduard 481176 - 1:48 Beaufighter Mk.VI landing flaps

Photo-etched landing flaps for the 1/48 Beaufighter Mk.VI

Eduard 481176 is a detailed photo-etched set designed to reproduce the landing flaps of the Bristol Beaufighter Mk.VI with far greater accuracy than the plastic kit parts. The real aircraft used lightweight latticework flaps, and the thin PE components capture this structure convincingly.

Set information

• Scale: 1:48
• Intended for: Bristol Beaufighter Mk.VI
• Type: photo-etched landing flap detail set
• Contents: full flap framework and surface elements

Assembly and use

The kit’s plastic flap areas must be thinned or removed to fit the PE components. Once assembled, the ribs, braces and surface plates form a highly realistic representation of the flaps in the deployed position, adding depth and authenticity to the model.

Required tools

• Photo-etch bending tools
• Tweezers and a hobby knife
• Cyanoacrylate (CA) glue
• Acrylic paints for interior flap colouring

About the intended aircraft

The Beaufighter Mk.VI was a versatile RAF heavy fighter and strike aircraft. Its flap construction is distinctive and visually prominent when deployed, making this set especially valuable for enhancing a grounded or maintenance-scene model.

About the manufacturer

Eduard is a leading producer of photo-etched accessories, and their flap sets are known for precise engineering and excellent fit, providing advanced detailing for demanding modellers.