The Eduard BIG72185 Chinook HC.1 detail set is an advanced kit containing photo-etched parts and painting masks dedicated to the Airfix plastic model of the Boeing Chinook HC.1 helicopter in 1/72 scale. This product will revolutionize the appearance of your model, providing unique and extremely realistic replication of both interior and exterior details of one of the most iconic multipurpose aircraft of the 20th century.

The Boeing Chinook HC.1 is the British version of the popular American CH-47 transport helicopter, used mainly by the United Kingdom's Royal Air Force since the 1980s, during the Cold War and into modern times. Chinooks have participated in many armed conflicts, including the Gulf War and operations in Afghanistan and Iraq, where they were used for transporting soldiers, equipment, medevac missions, and various logistical tasks.

• Scale: 1/72 – dedicated to the Airfix Chinook HC.1 model
• Country of use: United Kingdom (RAF)
• Period of use: Cold War, modern times
• Material: photo-etched (PE) components and self-adhesive foil masks
• Contents: cockpit details (instrument panel, seats, harnesses), cargo compartment (panels, handles), landing gear (covers, shock absorbers), exterior details (grilles, panels), painting masks for glazing and landing gear
• Category: Photo-etched set and masks for 1/72 plastic model
• Build difficulty: 4/5
• Manufacturer: Eduard

The Eduard BIG72185 Chinook HC.1 detail set delivers the highest level of detail available in this scale. The photo-etched parts enable the recreation of even the smallest details in the cockpit or cargo compartment, far surpassing the level of detail found in the base Airfix kit. The masks ensure clean and sharp edges when painting the glazing, enhancing the appearance of the finished model.

The set is primarily recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to the precision and advanced assembly techniques required for the photo-etched parts. If you value historical accuracy, authenticity, and the highest level of model presentation, the BIG72185 Chinook HC.1 detail set Airfix 1/72 is definitely worth considering. It is a perfect addition not only for a collector’s model but also for a contest-winning diorama.