Eduard 36166 IDF Merkava Mk. IV Basket 1/35 - Photo-Etched Set for the Hobby Boss Model

The Eduard 36166 photo-etched set, designed specifically for the Israeli Merkava Mk. IV tank by Hobby Boss in 1/35 scale, is a highly detailed accessory enabling precise reproduction of the characteristic equipment baskets mounted on the turret of this modern vehicle. This product is dedicated to modelers who wish to enhance their model with realistic details, improving its scale appearance and highlighting unique design features used by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF).

• Scale: 1/35
• Country: Israel
• Purpose: Upgrading and detailing the Hobby Boss Merkava Mk. IV model
• Category: Photo-etched detail set for plastic model kits
• Material: Precisely cut brass sheet (photo-etched)
• Historical period: Modern era (Merkava Mk. IV in service from the early 2000s to the present day, including during the Gaza conflicts and Operation "Protective Edge")
• Set contents: Meshes and frames for turret baskets, small mounting details, and parts enhancing the accuracy of the finished model

The Merkava Mk. IV has served as the Israeli army's main battle tank since 2004, distinguished by innovative design solutions that provide excellent crew protection and versatile operational capabilities. The baskets mounted on the turret serve as additional storage as well as protection against shaped-charge projectiles, highlighting their importance from a scale modeling realism perspective.

The Eduard 36166 set allows you to reproduce very delicate structures and shapes in miniature that are not possible with standard plastic parts. Thanks to the use of photo-etched brass elements, you get not only durability but, above all, very thin and faithfully rendered parts that cannot be achieved with other technologies. Assembly requires cyanoacrylate glue and some experience in working with thin metals.

We recommend this product to experienced modelers seeking the highest level of realism and wishing for their model to stand out at exhibitions or modeling competitions.

Assembly difficulty: 4/5 (advanced level, requires precision and basic photo-etch working tools)

Eduard 36166 IDF Merkava Mk. IV Basket 1/35 is a set that elevates the Merkava model to an entirely new level – indispensable for every Israeli tank enthusiast!