1:32 AGM-45 Shrike is a resin set of the anti-radiation missile from the Czech manufacturer Eduard, intended to complete the armament of aircraft models in 1:32 scale.
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This is not a kit of an aircraft but an aftermarket accessory. The package holds resin armament that you hang under the wing or the fuselage of a model under construction in 1:32 scale, replacing the simplified plastic parts from the base kit with it. The manufacturer is the Czech firm Eduard of Obrnice near Most, whose resin sets are known for crisp castings and fine surface detail of the kind injection-molded plastic does not usually deliver at this size. Check the exact composition of the package and the number of pieces in the manufacturer's data sheet.
The AGM-45 Shrike was an American air-to-ground anti-radiation missile introduced into service in the first half of the 1960s. It homed passively on the emissions of ground-based air defense radars and was carried by specialized aircraft intended for the suppression of radar sites. The airframes of the missile were based on the design of an air-to-air guided missile, which shortened development but limited the range. The Shrike stayed in service into the 1980s, when it was replaced by types with a greater reach and a better ability to hold a target even after the radar was switched off.
First wash the resin parts in warm water with a detergent. Remains of release agent from the mold tend to be on the surface and paint will not hold over them. Cut the casting blocks off with a saw or a cutting disc, not with nippers, so that the casting is not shattered, and when sanding work with water and respiratory protection. They are glued with cyanoacrylate, as classic cement for plastic will not bond resin. Apply a primer before painting, and only then the base shade. A fine wash will bring out the sharp edges of the fins and the stabilizers, and do not rush the transitions on the seeker head or the markings; let each layer dry thoroughly.
This is an accessory, not a stand-alone model. The base kit, paints and glue are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.
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