Eduard 1/48 Avia S-199 Erla Hybrid

Uncover a transition piece of aviation history with the Eduard Avia S-199 ERLA Canopy 1/48 scale model kit—an outstanding choice for modelers seeking unique subjects and advanced build technology. The Avia S-199, a Czech-built derivative of the Messerschmitt Bf 109 adapted for post-war use, receives a specialised ERLA canopy variant in this Hybrid edition, capturing both the historical nuance and rewarding build experience.

This Hybrid kit combines traditional injection-moulded plastic with carefully selected 3D-printed parts, offering enhanced detail and simplified assembly. The inclusion of printed wheels, wheel wells, exhausts and barrels helps raise the build from standard to premium without full resin-kit complexity. 

Key Features:

• Scale: 1/48 — a popular size amongst aircraft modellers for its detail-to-display trade-off. 

• Hybrid edition combining plastic and 3D-printed parts: cockpit, wheel bays, wheels, exhausts and gun barrels. 

• Includes die-cut painting mask and decals for 6 marking options, enabling versatile finish possibilities. 

• Reduced number of tiny parts and simplified wheel-bay assembly for smoother building. 

• Precision engineered for fit and detail – ideal for modellers who want to build a clean, display-worthy version of the Avia S-199.

Why this kit stands out:
Eduard’s Hybrid line represents a smart step-up for modellers who appreciate both the quality of advanced kits and manageable build complexity. For modellers working on custom aftermarket upgrades—such as your own resin or 3-D printed seatbelt sets, cockpit conversion elements or texture add-ons—the Avia S-199 ERLA canopy kit offers an excellent base. Its mix of 3D-printed and plastic parts aligns well with your product line philosophy and gives a strong foundation for further detail enhancement.

Ideal for:

• Aircraft modelling enthusiasts specialising in lesser-seen post-war fighters, particularly Czech or early Israeli service (the Avia S-199 served in both).

• Modellers seeking a premium finish kit without going full resin conversion.

• Hobbyists planning to enhance the build with aftermarket resin detail sets, photo-etched parts or 3-D-printed upgrades.

Invest in this Eduard Avia S-199 ERLA kit and bring to life one of the lesser-known yet historically significant fighters—with superb build quality and upgrade potential.