1:48 North-American/Rockwell OV-10? Bronco SPACE

Color interior elements for the OV-10 Bronco in 1:48 scale

A set from the SPACE range by Eduard for a model of the OV-10 Bronco. It brings color three-dimensional interior elements: they have real depth, so the instrument panel, the side consoles and the belts look three-dimensional with no laborious painting of small details with a brush. The scope of the set and the kit it is tuned to are given in the manufacturer's instructions.

The real subject

The Bronco is a twin-engine American observation and light attack aircraft with twin tail booms and a high-set wing. The crew sat one behind the other under extensive glazing that reached well below seat level and gave an unusual view of the ground. It is exactly for this reason that the interior is more visible on a Bronco model than on most combat aircraft, and color elements pay off in it.

How the elements are applied

The elements of the SPACE range have no adhesive layer of their own. The whole sheet is not dipped in water: with a damp sponge and a drop of detergent, moisten only the backing paper under the element. Do not use a decal softener, as it would damage them. Lift the element with tweezers or the tip of a blade, take it off the backing, lay it on a clean, dry and degreased surface and fix it with white PVA glue; the manufacturer does not recommend super glue. Paint the surface first and let it cure thoroughly, as glue does not hold on fresh paint. Press it down with a soft wooden stick from the center to the edges and work one element at a time.

• apply the elements one at a time and keep checking that they will fit
• work over a tray, as a small element is hard to find on a desk
• finish the interior before you close up the fuselage
• touch the elements with your fingers as little as possible, as grease keeps the glue off the surface

Terms of supply

The model, paints and glue are not part of the delivery, unless stated otherwise.