This build represents the Bayraktar TB2 unmanned aerial vehicle as operated by the Ukrainian Navy. The model was built in 1/48 scale from the Clear Prop kit and finished in acrylics, with an intentionally restrained finish to reflect the relatively clean appearance typical of operational UAVs rather than heavy service wear.
The Bayraktar TB2 is a medium-altitude, long-endurance unmanned combat aerial vehicle developed and produced by Baykar in Türkiye. Since entering service, it has been adopted by multiple countries and has gained particular prominence through its extensive operational use during the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. In Ukrainian service, the TB2 has been employed in reconnaissance, target acquisition, and precision strike roles, demonstrating the growing importance of unmanned systems in modern naval and joint operations.
Compact in size but highly capable, the TB2 exemplifies a shift away from traditional crewed aircraft toward persistent, networked platforms able to operate with reduced risk to personnel. Its success has made it one of the most recognizable UAVs of the current era.
From a modeling standpoint, the focus of this build was on clean lines, correct proportions, and a subtle surface finish rather than aggressive weathering. The result is a scale representation that reflects both the technical simplicity and operational effectiveness that define the TB2 in real-world service.
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