1:48 MiG-21 F.O.D.

MiG-21 F.O.D. 1:48 (Eduard)

This item is not a kit but a resin accessory from the Czech manufacturer Eduard. The abbreviation F.O.D. (Foreign Object Damage) stands for the protective covers fitted on the ground over the air intake and the exhaust nozzle so that dirt cannot get into the engine. The set contains faithful castings of these covers for MiG-21 models in 1:48 scale and gives a machine on the apron its typical on-the-ground look.

The real subject

The MiG-21 was a Soviet supersonic fighter, one of the most widely used jets in history. A dozen countries operated it, and when parked, protective covers were routinely placed in the nose air intake and in the nozzle, often with Remove Before Flight tags.

Building and painting tips

Wash the mold release agent off the castings and separate them from the casting blocks. Glue them dry-fitted or only at a few points so that they can be taken off the finished model when it is displayed. Painting follows the real covers, typically in bright warning shades; the tags can be added with fine photo-etch or a decal.

Who the set is for

• Builders of MiG-21 models in 1:48 scale
• Modelers who want to display a machine in its secured on-the-ground state
• Those who appreciate faithful resin detail

This is an accessory, not a standalone model. Glue, paints and the kit are not included in the package.