F7A-18E/F Super Hornet ECS pipes late HG, 1/48 - Quickboost QB48 462

The detailing set Quickboost QB48 462 replicates the late ECS duct outlets intended for F/A-18E/F Super Hornet scale models in 1/48. Made from resin, this accessory is designed for Hasegawa kits and allows you to portray the late configuration of the Environmental Control System ducts.

Targeted detailing for the Super Hornet at 1/48

ECS ducts are a visible detail on the upper rear section of the F/A-18E/F Super Hornet fuselage. This Quickboost reference is for modelers who want to adapt their build to a late configuration, with dedicated parts for this distinctive area of the aircraft.

The single-seat F/A-18E and the twin-seat F/A-18F belong to the Super Hornet family, an evolution of the American carrier-based fighter F/A-18 Hornet. At 1/48 scale, this set is intended to enhance an existing aircraft model; it does not constitute a complete model kit.

Assembly and finishing

As with any resin detailing part, it is recommended to carefully remove the components from their sprue, dry-fit the contact surfaces before gluing, and use an adhesive compatible with resin. Light prep work, including removing mold lines and fine sanding when necessary, helps ensure a clean integration onto the fuselage.

Applying a suitable primer then makes it easier to paint and blend in with the rest of the model. The color and weathering should be chosen according to the camouflage/decor and the period represented by the Super Hornet you are building.

Technical features

• Brand : Quickboost
• Reference : QB48 462
• Type : aircraft model detailing set
• Subject : F/A-18E/F Super Hornet, late ECS ducts
• Scale : 1/48
• Material : resin
• Indicated compatibility : Hasegawa kits of F/A-18E/F Super Hornet at 1/48

This set requires a base model, resin glue, as well as the appropriate preparation and painting products for assembling a static model.