Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, Detailing Engine Turbochargers (Resin, Photoetch) Scale 1:48 (Recommended for kit: Revell, Monogram) Metallic Details MDR4857 - For Model Kits Aircraft

Metallic Details MDR4857 upgrades the engine turbochargers on a Boeing B-17 build in 1/48 for Revell/Monogram kits. The set covers 4 turbocharger units in total: 2 for the external engine nacelles and 2 for the internal engine nacelles, using resin parts with photo-etched details for sharper edges and smaller features.

On a four-engine aircraft, repeated nacelle details are easy to compare side by side. Replacing turbocharger parts helps keep the engine area consistent across all nacelles and can improve the look around openings and panel breaks where molded kit detail may look soft.

For modelers: identify which nacelles are “internal” vs “external” on your wing before you start, and label the parts to avoid mixing them. Test-fit each turbocharger against the nacelle halves and check alignment to nearby panel lines before glue. Paint and finish the turbochargers separately when possible, then install them late to protect small photo-etched pieces during handling.

• Subject: Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress
• Variant / Family: B-17 family (kit-dependent)
• Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48)
• Product type: Detail Set
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Revell, Monogram
• Manufacturer: Metallic Details
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Photo-etched metal, resin
• SKU: MDR4857

This item is part of Metallic Details and belongs to Aftermarket, with related upgrade areas in Engines and Turbochargers. For matching projects, browse 1/48 aircraft model kits and all Aircraft Model Kits.

FAQ

How many turbochargers are included?

The set includes four turbocharger units: two for the external engine nacelles and two for the internal engine nacelles.

How do I avoid mixing internal and external nacelle parts?

Before assembly, mark each wing position and keep parts grouped per nacelle. A quick label on a parts tray helps prevent swapping during painting and fitting.

When should I install the photo-etched details?

Add photo-etched pieces after major sanding and test-fitting are complete. This reduces the chance of bending or losing small parts during handling.