Japan Seat Belts WWII type 3 (3D Decals) Scale 1:48 Metallic Details MDP48009 - For Aircraft Model Kits

Metallic Details MDP48009 is a 3D Decals set for Japan WWII seat belts (Type 3) in 1/48. It’s intended to add visible belt relief and buckle definition on cockpit seats, where flat or molded-on belts often look soft once the canopy is in place.

Attention: seats are not included. The set includes only 3D decals for seat belt detailing.

Type 3 belt layouts can appear across different Japanese WWII aircraft cockpits, but final routing and fit are seat- and kit-dependent. Use the set as a cockpit-detail upgrade and align the belts to the seat shape you are using.

For modelers: finish and seal the seat paint first, then apply the belt decals as a late cockpit step. If your kit has molded belts, sand them flush and re-check edges before placement. Work from the center outward (lap area first, then shoulder straps) to avoid lifting overlaps, and do a quick canopy clearance check before final sealing.

• Subject: Japan WWII seat belts (Type 3)
• Variant / Family: Type 3 belt layout (seat- and kit-dependent)
• Scale: 1/48 (also written as 1:48)
• Product type: 3D Decals
• Type of equipment: Aircraft
• Recommended kit: for Any / Universal
• Service / Subject country: Japan (period aircraft)
• Manufacturer: Metallic Details
• Country of manufacture: Ukraine
• SKU: MDP48009

This item is part of Metallic Details and belongs to Decals and 3D Decals. For matching projects, browse 1/48 aircraft model kits and all Aircraft Model Kits.

FAQ

Are seats included?

No. The set contains only 3D decals for seat belts.

Will these work with any 1/48 cockpit seat?

They are intended for 1/48 seats, but seat shapes and molded details vary by kit. Test placement and adjust the seat surface if needed before application.

What is a practical application order?

Paint and seal the seat first, apply lap belts and central parts, then add shoulder straps. Check canopy clearance, then seal lightly after the decals are fully set.