1/48 Scale Electronic Warfare Pods & Data Link Pods

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1/48 MPM E Pods

Discover precision-engineered 1/48 scale electronic warfare pods and specialized aviation accessories from MPM Hobbies. This collection features meticulously detailed 3D printed resin replicas of essential aircraft systems including ALQ-119 ECM pods, ACMI AN/ASQ-T50 training pods, and AN/ASW-55 data link pods. Each piece captures authentic technical details for modern military aircraft modeling projects, complementing rocket pods and ordnance accessories in your build.

Electronic Warfare and Data Link Systems in 1/48 Scale

Electronic warfare pods represent critical defensive and training systems carried by modern military aircraft. The ALQ-119 ECM pod provides electronic countermeasures against radar-guided threats, while ACMI (Air Combat Maneuvering Instrumentation) pods like the AN/ASQ-T50 series enable realistic training exercises by tracking aircraft performance during combat maneuvers. The AN/ASW-55 data link pod facilitates communication between aircraft and precision-guided weapons systems, particularly the AGM-142 Have Nap missile.

Precision 3D Printed Resin Construction

MPM Hobbies manufactures these specialized accessories using advanced 3D printing technology, delivering exceptional surface detail and dimensional accuracy that traditional injection molding cannot achieve for limited-production items. Each pod features authentic panel lines, sensor windows, cooling vents, and mounting hardware scaled precisely for 1/48 aircraft kits. These components integrate seamlessly with popular model kits from Tamiya, Hasegawa, Academy, and other manufacturers, enhancing the realism of F-4 Phantom, F-15 Eagle, F-16 Fighting Falcon, and similar platforms.

Complementary Ordnance and Weapons Systems

Complete your aircraft loadout by pairing these electronic warfare pods with other precision weapons from our catalog. Explore 1/48 rocket pods for air-to-ground strike configurations, guided and unguided bombs for tactical missions, and gun pods for close air support scenarios. For additional scale options, browse our 1/48 military vehicles and figure sets to create comprehensive dioramas. Advanced modelers will appreciate how these technical accessories elevate display models from basic representations to museum-quality replicas that accurately reflect operational aircraft configurations.