The E.T. Model EA35-080 WWII German Fenders for Stug.IV For DRAGON Smart Kit 1/35 set consists of precision photo-etched parts, designed for modelers who wish to recreate the German self-propelled gun Sturmgeschütz IV from World War II with the finest detail. The product is intended for Dragon’s Smart Kit series in 1/35 scale, offering the ability to faithfully reproduce the vehicle's fenders, which are often omitted or simplified in standard plastic kits.

Detailed Product Specifications:

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of use: Nazi Germany
• Period of use: World War II (years 1943-1945)
• Dedicated to: Sturmgeschütz IV (StuG IV) model by Dragon – Smart Kit
• Material: high-quality brass sheet, photo-etching technology
• Category: Model accessories, photo-etched parts for plastic models
• Set contents: a complete set of fenders and photo-etched details, with assembly instructions

Historical Description and Application

The Sturmgeschütz IV (StuG IV) was a German assault gun introduced in 1943 and used until the end of World War II on all fronts, mainly in infantry support and anti-tank roles. Dragon’s Stug IV kits are considered among the most accurate, but E.T. Model EA35-080 photo-etched parts significantly enhance the realism of the replica, providing true-to-scale details such as pressed lines, hinges, anti-slip patterns and signs of operational wear.

Advantages and Recommendations

High-quality photo-etched fenders allow for realistically thin, precisely shaped edges that cannot be replicated in plastic. This allows modelers to replace standard kit parts with much better and more realistic equivalents, reproducing even the smallest details of the original. Recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers due to the demanding cutting and precise assembly required. Difficulty level: 4/5.

E.T. Model EA35-080 is an essential choice for modelers seeking maximum realism, especially for building dioramas or competition presentations of World War II armored vehicles. This product is recommended for both hobbyists and collectors focusing on German armored weaponry.