Eduard SS822 PBM-5A seatbelts STEEL ACADEMY 1/72 – Photo-etched seatbelt set for the PBM-5A ACADEMY model

The Eduard SS822 PBM-5A seatbelts STEEL set includes photo-etched seatbelts designed specifically for the plastic 1/72 scale model of the PBM-5A Mariner patrol amphibian by ACADEMY. This high-quality accessory allows any modeler to significantly enhance the level of interior detail in a replica of the American aircraft from World War II and the early postwar years.

Scale and Intended Use

• Scale: 1/72
• Intended for: PBM-5A Mariner plastic model (ACADEMY)
• Category: Photo-etched accessories for plastic models

PBM-5A Mariner – Brief historical overview

The PBM-5A Mariner was an American patrol amphibian produced by the Martin company, widely used by the US Navy from World War II until the 1950s (ca. 1943–1956, spanning WWII and the early Cold War). These aircraft fulfilled reconnaissance, rescue, and patrol roles, and also participated in convoy duties and SAR missions, e.g., in the Pacific, the Atlantic, and the Mediterranean Sea.

High quality of materials and realism

• The components are made of precisely photo-etched stainless steel, ensuring durability, easy shaping, and high detail.
• The set does not include resin parts – it is based solely on photo-etched brass sheets.
• Special steel seatbelts realistically replicate the actual cockpit fittings of the PBM-5A.
• Colored elements faithfully reproduce original details, which will be appreciated by enthusiasts of historical accuracy.

Why choose this product?

The SS822 set is recommended for both advanced modelers and ambitious hobbyists who want to recreate cockpit details at the highest level. Perfect for military aviation enthusiasts and collectors of Allied WWII aircraft models. Suitable for both competition and display builds.

• Manufacturer: Eduard – assurance of quality and perfect fit
• Assembly difficulty: 2/5 (basic experience with photo-etched parts recommended)

If you care about XXL realistic details in 1/72 scale – choose the Eduard SS822 seatbelt set for PBM-5A!