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Brass photo-etch sheet with 22 pieces for 1/32 Tie Fighter model

Polar Lights

Polar Lights Photoetch Set Tie Fighter 1/32 Scale 22 Pieces

SKU CH-D893-FB8RF

A 22-piece photo-etched brass upgrade sheet adds defined panels, interior details and lighting apertures to the 1/32 scale TIE Fighter kit

  • Typespaceship
  • GenderUnisex
  • AgeAdult
  • 22 photo-etched brass pieces add screen-accurate detail
  • True-to-scale 1/32 parts match the original studio model
  • Officially licensed Star Wars: A New Hope collectible
  • Triangular wall panels and interior pieces support custom lighting
  • Requires paint and epoxy or CA glue for assembly

Photo-Etch Upgrade for TIE Fighter Kit

This 1/32 scale photo-etch set adds 22 brass detail parts to the AMT TIE Fighter kit from "Star Wars: A New Hope". It is designed for adult hobbyists and collectors who want factory-sharp panel lines and interior detail beyond the stock plastic sprues. The officially licensed sheet includes triangular wall panel appliques and lighting-ready panels. Paint and epoxy or cyanoacrylate glue are required for assembly.

Replaces Flat Plastic Panels With Brass Detail

The brass sheet replaces the kit's smooth plastic sidewall and interior pieces with defined, scale-accurate panels that catch light and shadow realistically. The upgrade is worth it when you want a display model that reads correctly under close inspection or photography. Builders who are satisfied with the kit's out-of-box detail will not need this set.

Check Kit Compatibility

Verify you own the AMT 1/32 TIE Fighter kit, as the photo-etch parts are engineered specifically for that tooling. Ensure you have modelling paints, a fine applicator, and either epoxy or CA glue; standard polystyrene cement will not bond brass to plastic. No additional hardware or lighting components are included.

Highlights

  • 22 photo-etched brass pieces add screen-accurate detail
  • True-to-scale 1/32 parts match the original studio model
  • Officially licensed Star Wars: A New Hope collectible
  • Triangular wall panels and interior pieces support custom lighting
  • Requires paint and epoxy or CA glue for assembly

Specifications

BrandAMT
Typespaceship
GenderUnisex
AgeAdult

Questions about this item

What scale model kit does the 1/32 photoetch set fit?

The set is made for the 1/32 scale Tie Fighter kit from AMT and includes 22 brass pieces shaped for that specific kit.

Which adhesive works best for the brass photoetch parts?

The manufacturer suggests epoxy or cyanoacrylate glue; standard plastic cement will not bond the metal pieces.

Will the triangular wall panels need replacement after installation?

The brass panels are permanent once glued; only the paint finish may need touching up over time.

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