Voyager Model PE35484 Modern Russian BTR-40 APC for TRUMPETER 05517 1/35 – Detailing Set for 1/35 Scale Model

Voyager Model PE35484 is an advanced detailing set, specifically designed for the Trumpeter (catalog number 05517) BTR-40 armored vehicle model in 1/35 scale. This high-quality modeling accessory allows you to significantly enhance the details, increase the realism of the replica, and improve its historical accuracy.

• Scale: 1/35 – designed for models in this proportion, ensuring full compatibility with widely available military vehicle miniatures.
• Country of use: Soviet Union; it was also operated in many Eastern Bloc countries and allied states.
• Historical period: The BTR-40 served from the late 1940s, particularly intensively in the 1950s–1970s, fitting into the Cold War period.
• Historical description: The BTR-40 is a Soviet light armored personnel carrier, used by both the USSR armed forces and allied countries. It was designed on the basis of the GAZ-63 truck and was characterized by high mobility in difficult terrain. It took part in numerous local conflicts and military interventions of the Eastern Bloc, including the Middle East and during the Berlin Crisis.
• Material: Highest quality photo-etched parts, which allow for reproducing even the most subtle details, not achievable with plastic components. The set may include small resin elements and copper wire parts, depending on the version.
• Purpose: Category – scale model detailing; an accessory set for self-assembly, intended for intermediate and advanced modelers.
• Assembly difficulty level: 4/5 – recommended for those skilled in precise handling of small parts and experienced in working with photo-etched components.

Voyager Model PE35484 is a comprehensive detailing set that allows the recreation of realistic handles, locks, hinges, meshes, interior elements, and exterior details of the BTR-40 vehicle. It is the perfect choice for demanding modelers who wish to elevate their model to a higher level of realism, compliant with historical documentation. We recommend this product to all military modeling enthusiasts who appreciate the highest quality and attention to detail.