Eduard EX520 - 1:48 J2F-5 Duck masks

Eduard EX520 mask set – canopy painting masks for the J2F-5 Duck model (Merit) in 1:48 scale

Eduard EX520 is a set of self-adhesive 1:48 masks for painting the canopy framing and other glazing, and the wheel hubs, tailored to the J2F-5 Duck model from Merit. 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: 1:48
• Catalogue number: EX520
• Manufacturer: Eduard
• Dedicated kit: J2F-5 Duck from Merit
• 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 – Grumman J2F Duck (observation and rescue amphibian):

The Grumman J2F Duck is an American observation and utility amphibian of biplane layout, with a distinctive large central float integrated with the fuselage and retractable wheeled landing gear. First flown in 1936, it entered service with the US Navy and US Coast Guard.

The Duck was used during the Second World War for reconnaissance, observation, liaison, transport and search-and-rescue, operating from both land and water. Successive versions differed mainly in engine power and equipment, with part of production taken over by Columbia.

Original specifications (Grumman J2F Duck (observation and rescue amphibian)):

• Length: 10.36 m
• Wingspan: 11.89 m
• Height: 4.60 m
• Empty weight: approx. 2472 kg
• Max take-off weight: approx. 3436 kg
• Crew: 2-3
• Powerplant: 1 x Wright R-1820 radial, approx. 1050 hp
• Max speed: approx. 306 km/h
• Ceiling: approx. 8230 m
• Range: approx. 1255 km
• Armament: optional 1 machine gun, up to 295 kg bombs
• Production: 1936-1945, approx. 630 built

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.