Eduard 36249 BTR-50PK APC TRUMPETER 1/35 – Photo-Etched Parts Set for the BTR-50PK Model

The Eduard 36249 set is dedicated to the 1/35 scale BTR-50PK APC armored vehicle model manufactured by Trumpeter. This is a high-quality set of photo-etched parts, serving as an excellent complement to the standard plastic kit, enabling significant improvement of the model's details. Eduard, a renowned Czech manufacturer of modeling accessories, is famous for exceptional precision and fidelity to the original, and this product is no exception.

Historical Information

The BTR-50PK is a Soviet tracked armored personnel carrier, used mainly by the Soviet Army and Warsaw Pact countries since the mid-1950s. The vehicle was widely deployed during the Cold War era and also took part in numerous armed conflicts in the Middle East (Six-Day War, Arab-Israeli conflicts), in Vietnam, as well as in Africa and Asia. The BTR-50PK model featured full armor protection and could carry up to 20 landing troops.

• Scale: 1/35
• Country of origin: USSR
• Period of use: Cold War, late 1950s – modern times (in some countries)
• Category: photo-etched parts for plastic model kits
• Material: precisely photo-etched metal sheet (brass or stainless steel)
• Dedicated to: Trumpeter BTR-50PK 1/35 model

Contents and Application

The Eduard 36249 set includes parts that allow for accurate representation of fine vehicle details such as handles, meshes, latches, external equipment elements, and small interior details. The use of photo-etched parts significantly increases the realism and accuracy of the model compared to archival photos or technical drawings. This product is recommended for all modelers who expect above-average precision and intend to build an exceptionally realistic replica of this Soviet transporter.

Target Audience and Difficulty Level

Eduard 36249 is especially recommended for advanced modelers and enthusiasts of Cold War military technology who wish to raise their model to the highest competition standard. Due to the need for precise bending and assembly of small parts as well as work with super glue, it is recommended for experienced users, with a difficulty level of 4/5.