1:48 G4M Betty

Eduard G4M Betty 1:48 painting mask set

This is a set of self-adhesive painting masks cut from Japanese kabuki tape, from the Czech manufacturer Eduard in 1:48 scale. The masks serve to spray the frames of the cockpit glazing, and usually the wheel rims as well, accurately and cleanly on a plastic model of the G4M Betty aircraft. It is not a kit or a set of decals but an aftermarket accessory for painting, used during the build of a matching model. The model itself is obtained separately.

The real subject

The Mitsubishi G4M was a Japanese twin-engine land-based naval bomber and torpedo carrier of the Second World War, known to the Allies by the code name Betty. It stood out for its long range, which was paid for by poor protection of the fuel tanks. It was flown throughout the Pacific theater.

Use

• The masks are transferred from the backing sheet and stuck onto the clear cockpit glazing following the shape of the frames.
• The transitions are pressed down so that paint cannot creep under the edge, and the area is sprayed with an airbrush.
• Once dry the masks are taken off; kabuki tape holds its shape and leaves no adhesive behind.
• Masks for the wheel rims are usually included, for an easy separation of tire from rim.

Who the set is for

• Modelers building the G4M Betty in 1:48 scale who want clean cockpit frames
• Builders who do not fancy cutting the frames laboriously and painting them with a brush
• Anyone who wants to speed up and sharpen the painting of glazing

This is a set of painting masks, not an aircraft model. The model, paints and glue are not included in the package, unless stated otherwise.