Eduard 36228 M-113 ACAV 1/35 Trumpeter – Photo-Etched Detail Set for the Model

Eduard 36228 M-113 ACAV 1/35 Trumpeter is an advanced set of photo-etched details dedicated to the popular M113 armored personnel carrier model in 1/35 scale, produced by Trumpeter. This accessory is intended for modelers who wish to give their miniature exceptional realism and raise the level of detail beyond the standard offered by the out-of-the-box plastic kit.

Historical Information

The M113 is an armored personnel carrier manufactured in the United States, widely used by the American Army and numerous allied armies around the world. The ACAV (Armored Cavalry Assault Vehicle) version was developed during the Vietnam War, where additional armor, gun turrets, and crew shields were necessary for combat against guerrilla forces. Frequently seen in the 1960s and 1970s, M113 ACAV carriers became an icon of the Vietnam conflict.

Product Features

• Application: photo-etched set designed for the M113 ACAV 1/35 Trumpeter model
• Material: high-quality brass sheet (photo-etched), ideal for recreating the finest details
• Category: modeling accessory – photo-etched elements for plastic model kits
• Included: sheets of photo-etched parts, assembly instructions
• Intended use: improvement of side panels, shields, turret details, handles, boxes, and equipment of the M113 ACAV model
• Historical period: Second half of the 20th century, Vietnam War, Cold War era
• Country of use: USA and allies (including Australia, Thailand, South Vietnam)
• Scale: 1/35
• Manufacturer: Eduard (Czech Republic)

Recommendation and Difficulty Level

Eduard 36228 M-113 ACAV 1/35 is especially recommended for intermediate and advanced modelers who want to elevate their Trumpeter model to a professional display level. The set does not include plastic parts – it consists solely of precisely cut photo-etched brass sheets. Build difficulty: 4/5. Recommended tools include tweezers, photo-etch scissors, fine CA glue for metal, and knowledge of photo-etch working techniques. This product is perfect both for combat dioramas and for individual collector’s models.

Upgrade your M113 ACAV model with Eduard details – a guarantee of realism and modeling satisfaction!