Avia S-199 ERLA Canopy (Hybrid Edition) 1:48 Eduard 948011

Plastic model airplane to assemble: Avia S-199 ERLA Canopy (Hybrid Edition) 1:48 Eduard 948011

The plastic model to assemble: Avia S-199 ERLA Canopy (Hybrid Edition) in 1:48 scale from Eduard is a unique set that combines traditional plastic elements with modern 3D printing technology. This model represents the Czechoslovak single-engine fighter Avia S-199, which was based on the design of the Messerschmitt Bf 109G, but with a Junkers Jumo 211F engine instead of the original Daimler-Benz DB 605.

Contents of the set:

• Plastic parts: fuselage, wings, propeller, canopy, control surfaces, flaps, transparent elements, and others.
• 3D printed parts: cockpit, landing gear bays, wheels, exhausts, gun barrels.
• Special material for landing gear legs ensuring high durability and long lifespan.
• Standard equipment: painting masks, decals for 6 marking options, instructions.

Marking options:

1. 101 Tayeset, Cheyl Ha'avir, Hatzor, Israel, October 1948
2. 101 Tayeset, Cheyl Ha'avir, Herzliya, Israel, July-August 1948
3. 101 Tayeset, Cheyl Ha'avir, Herzliya, Israel, July 1948
4. S-199.54, Sgt. Frantisek Novak, Fighter Training Center, Squadron No. 2, Air Regiment 4, Plana u Ceskych Budejovic, Czechoslovakia, May 1948
5. S-199.66, Cadet Ladislav Strnad, Military Aviation Academy, Hradec Kralove, Czechoslovakia, June 1950
6. S-199.486, Lt. Frantisek Fort, Squadron No. 1, Air Regiment 7, Brno-Cernovice, Czechoslovakia, 1950

Advantages of the HYBRID line:

• Precisely made surface details from plastic and sharpness and precision of 3D printing.
• Fewer parts = easier assembly.
• Reduced number of small elements (entire landing gear bay as one element).
• Perfect fit and easy construction.

Historical background: The Avia S-199 was the first fighter acquired by the Israeli Air Force and used during the Arab-Israeli War in 1948. This aircraft was built in Czechoslovakia from parts and plans left over from Luftwaffe production. Although the design was based on the proven Bf 109G, the use of the alternative Junkers Jumo 211F engine caused numerous problems, making the aircraft unpopular among pilots. Czechoslovak pilots referred to it as "Mezek" (Mule), while in Israel it was known as "Sakeen" (knife in Hebrew).

The production of the Avia S-199 began in March 1947 and ended in 1949, with about 550 units produced, including training versions CS-199 and C-210. The last units were retired from Czechoslovak service in 1957.

Kit for self-assembly and painting. Does not include paints or glue. To assemble, separately sold modeling tools are needed (including cutters, files, tweezers), paints, brushes, and plastic model glue (e.g. Tamiya Extra Thin Cement). The photo shows a professionally assembled and painted model.