TIGER I LATE grills-SKYBOW, 1/48 - Hauler HLX48031

Hauler HLX48031 is a photo-etched grille set designed to enhance a Tiger I Late tank model at 1/48 scale, in addition to a corresponding Skybow model kit.

Ventilation grilles are particularly visible elements on the engine compartment of an armored vehicle. Replacing molded plastic parts with thin metal pieces makes it possible to represent a cut-out structure with greater finesse than a solid molded part.

This detailing reference is for modelers looking to upgrade their late Tiger I at 1/48 scale. Photo-etch work requires careful handling: the parts are removed from the fret using a fine blade or an appropriate pair of tweezers, then shaped if necessary before gluing. Cyanoacrylate glue is generally used to attach this type of metal elements to a plastic model.

Before painting, a light cleaning of the parts and applying a primer suitable for metal will improve adhesion. The grilles can then be integrated into the painting, weathering, and dusting of the vehicle’s rear compartment.

• Brand : Hauler
• Reference : HLX48031
• Type : photo-etched detailing set
• Subject : grilles for Tiger I Late
• Scale : 1/48
• Stated compatibility : Skybow 1/48 model kit