Eduard EX1185 - 1:48 AH-6J masks

Eduard EX1185 Mask set for the AH-6J Little Bird (ICM) in 1:48 scale

Eduard EX1185 is a set of laser-cut self-adhesive masks intended for the AH-6J Little Bird by ICM in 1:48 scale. The masks are dimensioned for this particular kit and let you mask the transparencies and wheels quickly and precisely before airbrush painting.

What's in the box:

• Sheet of self-adhesive masks for the canopy and other transparencies
• Masks for the wheel hubs
• Illustrated mask placement guide

Set specifications:

• Scale: 1:48
• Catalogue no.: EX1185
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Dedicated kit: AH-6J Little Bird (ICM kit)
• Type: self-adhesive painting masks
• Material: laser-cut yellow self-adhesive (Kabuki) paper

Self-adhesive painting masks – crisp glazing edges without a brush

Eduard masks are laser-cut from low-tack yellow self-adhesive (Kabuki-type) paper, dimensioned for a specific kit. They let you precisely mask the canopy framing and other transparencies, as well as the wheel hubs, so that after spraying you get perfectly sharp, straight edges without having to cut tape by hand.

The recommended method is to apply the masks to a clean, degreased surface, press the edges down firmly, spray the paint with an airbrush and, once dry, gently remove the masks. This keeps the transparencies clear and the frames even and clean.

About the helicopter – AH-6J Little Bird:

The AH-6 Little Bird is a light attack and reconnaissance helicopter derived from the civilian MD 500 (itself developed from the military OH-6 Cayuse). Designed for special-operations use, since the 1980s it has been closely associated with the U.S. Army's 160th Special Operations Aviation Regiment (160th SOAR, the "Night Stalkers").

The AH-6J is the armed observation and attack variant, carrying weapons on side-mounted plank pylons such as unguided rocket launchers, Minigun pods and cannon. It is powered by an Allison/Rolls-Royce 250-series turboshaft. Thanks to its small size, agility and ability to operate from confined spaces, the Little Bird excels in raids, fire support and the rapid insertion of operators in urban environments.

Original specifications (AH-6 Little Bird):

• Type: light special-operations helicopter (attack/reconnaissance)
• Crew: 2
• Powerplant: Allison/Rolls-Royce 250 turboshaft (approx. 425 hp)
• Main rotor: five-blade
• Maximum speed: approx. 260 km/h
• Armament (variant): 7.62 mm Minigun pods, rocket launchers, cannon
• Operator: U.S. Army (160th SOAR)

About the manufacturer – Eduard:

Eduard is a Czech company based in Obrnice near Most, one of the most recognisable manufacturers of scale models and modelling accessories in the world. The brand grew out of photo-etched parts production and remains a leader in that field to this day, offering a very wide range of upgrade accessories: photo-etched frets, self-adhesive masks, SPACE three-dimensional 3D decals, resin and 3D-printed details from the Brassin line, and complete Big Ed and Big Sin bundles. Eduard's accessories are designed for specific plastic kits from various manufacturers, allowing the modeller to raise the level of detail of the finished build quickly and reliably.