Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress, Engines Detailing set (Resin, Photoetch) Scale 1:48 (Recommended for kit: Revell, Monogram) Metallic Details MDR4854 - For Aircraft Kit Model

Metallic Details MDR4854 is a mixed-media engine detailing set for the Boeing B-17 Flying Fortress in 1/48, recommended for Revell and Monogram kits. The set includes resin and photo-etched parts for detailing engines, engine hoods, and branch pipes of turbochargers (fit is kit-dependent).

The practical angle is multi-engine consistency: on a four-engine aircraft, small differences between nacelles are easy to spot. This set helps you keep repeating engine-area features uniform across all positions, especially if you plan to display the cowl/hood area with added depth and sharper edges.

The B-17 is a four-engined heavy bomber type. This set focuses on powerplant and surrounding external components, so you can upgrade the nacelles while keeping the rest of the airframe build aligned with your chosen kit parts and reference plan.

For modelers: test-fit each nacelle and hood part before painting, and check symmetry across left/right wings early. Prime resin parts to reveal any seam work, then paint engine sections in stages (core parts first, then pipes, then cowl/hood details). Keep glue surfaces paint-free, and use a simple jig or marked ruler to keep repeated parts at the same depth and angle across all four engines.

• 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 (Resin Set + Photo-Etched Set)
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Revell, Monogram
• Manufacturer: Metallic Details
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• Material: Resin parts / photo-etched metal
• SKU: MDR4854

This item is part of Metallic Details and belongs to Aftermarket. For related propulsion and nacelle work, browse Engines, Cowlings, and Turbochargers. For matching projects, see 1/48 aircraft model kits and all Aircraft Model Kits.

FAQ

Is this set intended for specific kit brands?

Yes. It is recommended for Revell and Monogram 1/48 B-17 kits. Test-fit parts early because nacelle breakdown can differ between boxings.

What parts does the set focus on?

The description lists engines, engine hoods, and branch pipes of turbochargers as the main upgrade areas.

How can I keep all four engines looking consistent?

Build and test-fit each nacelle in the same order, and compare left/right assemblies side by side. Mark alignment points and keep repeated parts at the same depth before final glue.