Background: Arguably the Allies' best mid-war pursuit plane, the Nieuport XVII C.1 boasted outstanding maneuverability and climb when introduced in the spring of 1916. About 3,600 examples of the so-called Superbébé were produced; flying primarily for France, Belgium, Great Britain, Italy, Russia, and the United States. The Nieuport 23 variant featured an offset Vickers machine gun. Multiple aces made the nimble Nieuport their main mount: Ball, Baracca, Bishop, Boyaum, de Muelemeester, Dorme, Fullard, Guynemer, Kazakov, Lufbery, Mannock, Nungesser, Olieslagers, Piccio, Pinsard, Scaroni; Thieffrey. Who hasn't built at least one model of this legendary fighter?
Alas, not all models are created equal... so keep your kit flying with our 3D-printed, unpainted-resin, super-detailer's set! This unique upgrade has been produced by request and in conjunction with a fellow modeler. It is designed to enhance the realism and fun of your favorite flyer. Based on the popular Eduard Nieuport Ni-17 and Ni-23 kits in 1/72 scale, it also complements other manufacturers' kits and after-market photo-etch accessories.
Comprising:
- 1 engine cowling (early)
- 1 engine cowling (late)
- 1 rudder
- 1 seat (x2 cushion options)
- 1 set elevators (drooped)
- 1 set elevators (straight)
- 1 set cockpit instruments (tachometer (x2), oil pulsator (x2), control stick, brace
Take a look at our online handbook for a close look at what you get.
Fits both Ni-17 and Ni-23 kits. Currently available only in 1/72nd scale. After multiple requests we will soon be developing a version in 1/48 scale. Stay tuned for updates!
Note: Images may include digital renderings of the actual 3D designs used to produce this scale model. Each respective scale is customized to ensure the greatest level detail and historical accuracy while factoring the limitations of the printing process in order to produce the most pleasing results.
