Eduard FE1487 F-4C seatbelts STEEL HOBBY 2000, ACADEMY 1/48 – photo-etched seatbelts for F-4C Phantom II models

The Eduard FE1487 F-4C seatbelts STEEL set is a high-quality accessory dedicated to scale models of the legendary McDonnell Douglas F-4C Phantom II fighter aircraft in 1:48 scale, recommended for the Hobby 2000 and Academy brands. The product comes from the renowned STEEL series by Eduard, a brand known for exceptional precision and attention to detail, setting the standard for top-tier modeling.

• Scale: 1:48
• Compatibility: F-4C Phantom II models, Hobby 2000 & Academy
• Original user country: United States (USA) and NATO allied countries
• Historical period: Cold War (1960–1990), Vietnam conflict, also served in the air forces of other NATO member states
• Material: Photo-etched steel (STEEL), factory pre-colored, offering excellent flexibility and detail replication
• Additions: Factory pre-colored elements, ready to use, no painting required
• Category: Modeling accessories – photo-etched add-ons for plastic model kits

The Eduard FE1487 seatbelts were created in strict accordance with the original design used in the F-4C Phantom II—an iconic Cold War combat aircraft, widely used by the US Air Force during the Vietnam War as well as in Europe by West Germany, the UK, Spain, and Israel. Due to the high flexibility of the steel parts, they can be easily fitted to the seats of the pilot and weapons operator, while the factory coloring ensures an excellent effect even without experience in painting micro-details.

Product advantages:

• Outstanding realism—sharp, clearly rendered buckles and stitching
• Easy application
• Compatible with models from renowned brands
• No painting required

Recommended for advanced and intermediate modelers who strive for faithful cockpit reproduction in the F-4C Phantom II. This product significantly enhances the model’s appearance, and the assembly difficulty is rated at level 2/5—requiring only basic skill in handling photo-etched parts.