Eduard CX551 - 1:72 Su-57 masks

Eduard CX551 mask set – canopy painting masks for the Su-57 model (Zvezda) in 1:72 scale

Eduard CX551 is a set of self-adhesive 1:72 masks for painting the canopy framing and other glazing, and the wheel hubs, tailored to the Su-57 model from Zvezda. The masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper, giving sharp edges without hand masking with tape. The base kit is not included.

What's in the box:

• Sheet of self-adhesive masks made of yellow Kabuki masking paper, die-cut for the canopy and other glazing and for the wheel hubs
• Mask placement instructions

Set specifications:

• Scale: 1:72
• Catalogue number: CX551
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Dedicated kit: Su-57 from Zvezda
• Accessory type: canopy painting masks
• Material: yellow Kabuki masking paper, machine-cut

Self-adhesive painting masks – crisp canopy frame edges

Eduard masks are self-adhesive stencils die-cut from low-tack yellow Kabuki masking paper suited to delicate model surfaces. They cover the clear areas of the glazing and leave only the canopy framing exposed, so that after airbrushing you get sharp, even frame edges – hard to achieve when masking by hand with tape.

The recommended method is to apply the masks to clean, degreased glazing, press the edges down firmly and then airbrush the paint. Once the paint has dried, the masks are removed. The masks are intended for single use and should not be left on the model for a long time.

About the aircraft – Sukhoi Su-57 (Felon):

The Sukhoi Su-57 is a Russian single-seat, twin-engine fifth-generation fighter developed under the PAK FA programme. First flown in 2010, it features reduced radar signature, internal weapons bays and advanced avionics with an active electronically scanned array radar. Its engines are fitted with thrust vectoring.

The design combines air-superiority qualities with the ability to attack ground targets. The Su-57 entered Russian air force service gradually from the late 2010s, although serial production has remained limited. It is intended to carry a wide range of weapons in internal bays in order to maintain a low radar cross-section.

Original specifications (Sukhoi Su-57 (Felon)):

• Length: 20.1 m
• Wingspan: 14.1 m
• Height: 4.6 m
• Max. take-off weight: approx. 35,000 kg
• Crew: 1
• Powerplant: 2 thrust-vectoring turbofan engines (AL-41F1 / eventually Izdeliye 30), approx. 147 kN each
• Max. speed: approx. 2100 km/h (Mach 2.0)
• Ceiling: approx. 20,000 m
• Range: approx. 3500 km
• Armament: 30 mm GSh-30-1 cannon; stores in internal and external stations (air-to-air, air-to-ground missiles, bombs)
• Production: from 2019 (limited serial production)

About the manufacturer – Eduard:

Eduard is a Czech manufacturer of scale model kits and modelling accessories, established in 1989 and based in Obrnice. The company is widely recognised among aircraft modellers for its own 1:48 and 1:72 kits and for an extensive range of upgrade accessories: photo-etched parts, Brassin resin components, decals and painting masks. Eduard masks are die-cut from yellow Kabuki masking paper and designed for specific plastic kits, ensuring an accurate fit to the shape of the canopy and other details. The EX mask series covers hundreds of items dedicated both to Eduard kits and to kits from other manufacturers.