1:48 MiG-3 cockpit set

Aires: MiG-3 cockpit set (1:48)

A resin detail set from the Aires brand in 1:48 scale for replacing the cockpit of a plastic kit of the Soviet MiG-3 fighter. The set brings a faithful rendering of the cockpit with an instrument panel, side consoles, a floor and a seat. It is not an aircraft model but an aftermarket accessory for more experienced modelers.

The real subject

The MiG-3 was a single-engine Soviet fighter of the early Second World War, designed above all for combat at high altitude. It stood out for its good speed at altitude and its longer nose covering the V12 engine.

Building and painting tips

Wash the parts to remove mold release residue, separate the casting blocks and bond them with super glue. Paint the interior before the fuselage is closed. The details of the instruments and the panels come into their own once they are shaded.

Who the set is for

• For modelers who want a faithful aircraft interior.
• For builders with resin experience.
• As a way to raise the fidelity of the cockpit over plastic.

This is a resin accessory. The kit itself, glue and paints are not included in the package.