Arado Ar 196, Engine Detailing set (3D-Printed) Scale 1:72 Metallic Details MDR72101 - For Aircraft Model Kit

Metallic Details MDR72101 Engine 3D Printed Set adds 3D-printed parts for detailing the Arado Ar 196 engine area in 1/72. The set is useful when you want the engine to read clearly at close viewing distance, where small-scale kit parts can look soft once primed and painted.

The Arado Ar 196 is a shipboard reconnaissance aircraft, and the engine zone becomes more noticeable if you plan an open-cowling or maintenance-style presentation. This set is intended to upgrade that focal area while keeping the rest of the build kit-based.

For modelers: check cowling clearance early and dry-fit the 3D-printed parts before paint to avoid tight spots caused by primer buildup. Paint the engine parts as subassemblies, then install them after the surrounding surfaces are finished to reduce touch-ups in a confined area.

• Subject: Arado Ar 196
• Variant / Family: Arado Ar 196
• Scale: 1/72 (also written as 1:72)
• Product type: 3D Printed Set
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for compatible 1/72 Arado Ar 196 aircraft kits
• Manufacturer: Metallic Details
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: 3D-printed parts
• SKU: MDR72101

This item is part of Metallic Details and belongs to Aftermarket and Engines. For matching projects, browse 1/72 aircraft model kits and all Aircraft Model Kits.

FAQ

Will this work with any 1/72 Arado Ar 196 kit?

The set is intended for 1/72 Arado Ar 196 builds, but kit engineering can differ. Dry-fit against your kit’s cowling and mounting points before committing to glue.

Do 3D-printed parts need special preparation?

Clean the parts as needed, then test-fit and prime lightly. Avoid heavy primer layers on mating surfaces to keep the engine module from becoming too tight inside the cowling.

What is a practical painting and installation order?

Paint the engine as a subassembly, finish the surrounding cowling and nearby exterior surfaces, then install the engine parts near the end to reduce handling marks and touch-ups.