IBG 48004 - 1:48 PZL M18 Dromader - Firefighter Aircraft in Greek Service

PZL M18 Dromader firefighting aircraft plastic model kit in 1:48 scale – Greek service

The IBG 48004 kit represents the PZL M18 Dromader configured as a firefighting aircraft used in Greece. The aircraft was originally developed in the 1970s by PZL Mielec in Poland as an agricultural aircraft designed for crop spraying and other aerial farming tasks.

Thanks to its durable construction and large payload capacity, the Dromader was later adapted for a variety of specialized roles, including aerial firefighting. In this role the aircraft carries water or fire-retardant chemicals in a large tank installed in the fuselage, which can be released over burning areas.

Model technical details:

• Scale: 1:48
• Model length: approx. 20.0 cm
• Manufacturer: IBG Models
• Skill level: intermediate

Note: The kit does not include glue, paints, or modelling tools. The model requires assembly.

Model assembly

The kit includes plastic parts mounted on sprues that must be removed, cleaned, and assembled according to the manufacturer’s instructions. After assembly, the model should be painted and finished using the decals included in the kit.

Essential tools

• Hobby knife or sprue cutters
• Files or sandpaper for part preparation
• Brushes for painting
• Plastic model cement
• Model paints

About the PZL M18 Dromader

The PZL M18 Dromader is a Polish utility aircraft developed at the PZL Mielec factory in the 1970s. It was originally designed as an agricultural aircraft for crop spraying, fertilizing, and pest control.

The aircraft’s strong airframe and powerful radial engine made it suitable for demanding operations, including low-altitude flights and frequent takeoffs and landings. Because of its reliability and large payload capacity, the aircraft was later adapted for other specialized roles.

One of these roles was aerial firefighting. In this configuration the aircraft can carry water or fire-retardant chemicals in a tank located in the fuselage and release them over wildfire areas. Dromaders have been exported to many countries and used by firefighting services around the world.

Technical data of the original aircraft:

• Length: approx. 9.47 m
• Wingspan: approx. 17.75 m
• Powerplant: PZL ASz-62IR radial engine
• Power: approx. 1000 hp
• Maximum speed: approx. 250 km/h
• Crew: 1–2

About IBG Models

IBG Models is a Polish manufacturer of plastic model kits known for producing detailed models of military vehicles, aircraft, and civilian subjects. The company has gained recognition among modelers for its accurate detailing and selection of unique subjects.