{"product_id":"fug-218-radar-scale-1-48-metallic-details-mdr4895","title":"FuG 218 Radar Scale 1:48 Metallic Details MDR4895","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMetallic Details MDR4895\u003c\/strong\u003e is a \u003cstrong\u003e3D Printed Set\u003c\/strong\u003e for detailing the \u003cstrong\u003eFuG 218 radar\u003c\/strong\u003e in \u003cstrong\u003e1\/48\u003c\/strong\u003e. It is intended for projects where external antenna\/radar elements are a visible focal point and benefit from sharper geometry than simplified kit parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eUnique angle: radar arrays and small external fittings are easy to “lose” under paint if the shapes are soft. 3D-printed parts help keep the outline crisp, so the radar installation still reads clearly after primer and a light weathering pass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eFuG 218\u003c\/strong\u003e is a low-to-mid VHF band airborne radar device used as an active targeting system on certain aircraft types. Exact installation style and mounting points depend on the specific aircraft subject and kit engineering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor modelers:\u003c\/strong\u003e plan attachment points early—test-fit the radar parts against the nose or mounting area before painting to confirm angles and clearance. Prime lightly to preserve thin edges, paint the sub-assembly separately, then install late in the build to reduce handling damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSubject:\u003c\/strong\u003e FuG 218 radar\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariant \/ Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e FuG 218 (installation style kit-dependent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eScale:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1\/48 (also written as 1:48)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct type:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3D Printed Set\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType of equipment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Aircraft\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended kit:\u003c\/strong\u003e universal (1\/48 aircraft kits, fit check required)\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eService \/ Subject country:\u003c\/strong\u003e subject- and period-dependent\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/strong\u003e Metallic Details\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ukraine\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3D-printed resin\u003c\/li\u003e\n \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSKU:\u003c\/strong\u003e MDR4895\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis item is part of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/metallic-details\"\u003eMetallic Details\u003c\/a\u003e and belongs to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aftermarket\"\u003eAftermarket\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/antennas-radar-sensors\"\u003eAntennas\/Radar\/Sensors\u003c\/a\u003e. For related items, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/exterior-details\"\u003eExterior Details\u003c\/a\u003e and matching projects in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aircraft-model-kits-scale-1-48\"\u003eAircraft Model Kits Scale 1\/48\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/aircraft-model-kits\"\u003eAircraft Model Kits\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWill this radar fit any 1\/48 aircraft kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe set is listed as universal, but radar mounting geometry is aircraft- and kit-dependent. Dry-fit to your subject’s mounting area before final installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhen should I install the radar parts?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInstall late in the build after major painting and handling steps. This helps protect thin parts and keeps alignment clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I paint small 3D-printed radar details without filling them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a light primer coat and thin paint layers. Avoid heavy clear coats that can soften fine edges and reduce the crisp outline.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistorical model note:\u003c\/strong\u003e This item is intended for scale modeling and historical miniature building only. No political endorsement, propaganda, or discriminatory content is intended. 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